Definition

Not following rules or standards; refusing to comply with requirements.

Example

The company faced penalties for being noncompliant with safety regulations.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new rules at work?

Yeah, some people are being noncompliant already!

I can't believe it; why would anyone want to break the rules?

I guess some people just like to be noncompliant for the sake of it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Noncompliant → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "compliant" (from Latin "compliere", meaning to fulfill or complete). The word "noncompliant" means not fulfilling or adhering to rules or standards.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('non-') following the rules ('compliant') — that's why noncompliant means not following the rules.

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