nonsupport

[ non-suh-pawrt, -pohrt ]

noun

, Law.

1. failure to support a spouse, child, or other dependent as required by law.

Word History and Origins

Origin of nonsupport¹

First recorded in 1905–10; non- + support

Example Sentences

Regina divorced him for nonsupport in 1945, when she was living in Moscow, Idaho.

From Literature

My parents are supportive of my decision to foster and potentially adopt, but my brother has been vocal in his nonsupport.

From Washington Post

Vallow is charged with two felony counts of desertion and nonsupport of dependent children, Madison County Prosecutor Rob Wood said in a prepared statement at the time.

From Fox News

Just before the special session began, the Republican Party of Bexar County passed a resolution calling for his replacement, citing his “nonsupport” of the party platform.

From New York Times

In 2001, Green was convicted of bigamy and criminal nonsupport involving the thousands of dollars in state payments made to support his children.

From Washington Times