Definition

The act of not following rules or regulations that are required.

Example

The company faced penalties due to its noncompliance with safety standards.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new rules at work?

Yeah, I heard there’s been some noncompliance issues.

It's frustrating because they just want everyone to follow the guidelines.

I know, right? It makes things harder for those of us who actually try to comply.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Noncompliance → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "compliance" (from Latin "compliance", from "complere", meaning to fulfill or complete). The word refers to the state of not fulfilling or adhering to a requirement or standard.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('non-') following the act of 'fulfilling' ('compliance') — that's why noncompliance means not fulfilling a requirement.

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