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Delinquents

Verb / dɪˈlɪŋkwʌnts / Another word for delinquents — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Delinquents are people, especially young people, who have committed a crime or done something wrong.

Synonyms & similar words

juveniledelinquent delinquent culprits offenders lawbreakers criminals transgressors wrongdoers malefactors miscreants outlaws vandals hooligans hoodlums thugs ruffians rowdies troublemakers reprobates scapegraces ne'er-do-wells

Example sentences

  1. The school principal called the parents of the delinquents who vandalized the school property.
  2. The police are searching for the delinquents who stole the bikes from the park.
  3. The judge gave a lenient sentence to the delinquent who showed remorse for his actions.
  4. The community center offers programs to help troubled delinquents.
  5. The store owner caught the delinquent shoplifter and called the police.

Quotes

  • We are all delinquents, but some of us are trying to pay off our crimes.
  • A delinquent is a person who may have many problems, but they are still a person.
  • The delinquent is the product of a society that does not care.

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