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

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

Chicotel was concerned that by granting such reductions, the state has been “encouraging continued noncompliance with the rules.”

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• refusal