Noncompliance
/ˌnɒnkəmˈplaɪəns/
Definitions
- (n.) Failure or refusal to act in accordance with a law, regulation, or agreement.
The company faced penalties due to noncompliance with environmental laws.
Forms
- noncompliances
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Commentary
Often used in regulatory and contractual contexts to denote a failure to meet mandatory requirements.
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