noncompliance

[ non-kuhm-plahy-uhns ]

noun

1. failure or refusal to comply, as with a law, regulation, or term of a contract.

noncompliance

/ ˌnɒnkəmˈplaɪəns /

noun

1. the act or state of not complying

Other Words From

• noncom·pliant noncom·plying adjective noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of noncompliance¹

First recorded in 1680–90; non- + compliance

Example Sentences

An HHS spokesperson confirmed that, saying that the letter is “only a preliminary document that does not contain any formal findings of noncompliance” and that Cedars-Sinai had cooperated throughout the investigation.

From Los Angeles Times

The report cited the passage in 2023 of a bill that gives the state power to set limits on refinery profit margins, with heavy penalties for noncompliance.

From Los Angeles Times

Her noncompliance with what is expected is a gnarly insight into our sense of entitlement to her.

From Salon

The commission could impose civil penalties up to $1 million a day for noncompliance.

From Los Angeles Times

And they include strict reporting requirements and penalties for noncompliance.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• refusal