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derelict vs delinquent

delinquent vs derelict

derelict and delinquent both are nouns.

derelict and delinquent both are adjectives.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
derelict Yes Yes No No
delinquent Yes Yes No No
As adjectives, derelict and delinquent are synonyms defined as:
  • derelict and delinquent: failing in what duty requires
Other synonyms of derelict include neglectful, remiss.
derelict (noun) delinquent (noun)
a ship abandoned on the high seas a young offender
a person without a home, job, or property
derelict (adjective) delinquent (adjective)
in deplorable condition past due; not paid at the scheduled time
failing in what duty requires guilty of a misdeed
forsaken by owner or inhabitants failing in what duty requires
worn and broken down by hard use
Difference between derelict and delinquent

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