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noncompliant

noncompliant

8.4
A person who does not follow rules or instructions
  • noun
  • /ˌnɒn.kəmˈplaɪ.ənt/
  • Specialized
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  • The new policy aims to improve follow-up with noncompliant individuals who miss their appointments.

Examples

  • The doctor noted in the chart that the patient was noncompliant with the prescribed medication regimen.

  • Schools sometimes face challenges when dealing with noncompliant students who disrupt the learning environment.

  • She is noncompliant.

  • Don't be noncompliant!

  • The doctor noted that the patient was a noncompliant who frequently skipped their medication.

  • In the legal case, the defendant was labeled a noncompliant for ignoring court orders.

  • Educators often face challenges with noncompliants who do not follow classroom rules.

Synonyms

nonconformist
vsnoncompliant
3 7.3

A person who does not follow the usual customs or rules of society

refuses to obey rules or follow prescribed instructions in legal or medical settings
balker
vsnoncompliant
  • US
1 9.7

A person or animal that refuses to move and will not obey

refuses to obey rules or follow prescribed instructions in formal contexts

Antonyms

compliant
31 5.1

Willing to follow rules or do what other people want

How Compliant

obedient
45 1.0
compliant
31 5.1
reluctant
247 3.5
noncompliant
  • Specialized
8.4
defiant
63 5.6
rebellious
43 4.5

Surface Forms

noncompliant singular
noncompliants plural

Morphology

noncompliant = noncompliant (transparent) = non + comply + ant

The noun sense is a straightforward conversion of the adjective 'noncompliant' meaning a noncompliant person.

Etymology

Noncompliant as a noun follows the same parts: non- 'not' + compliant from comply 'to follow', so a 'noncompliant' is a person who does not follow instructions. That is why doctors or schools use the word for people who refuse to follow prescribed rules or plans.