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Delinquency

/dɪˈlɪŋkwənsi/ · noun

Meaning

Misconduct..

Definitions by Sense

  1. Misconduct.
  2. A criminal offense.
  3. A debt that is overdue for payment.

Example Sentences

Commercial and multifamily mortgage delinquencies increased in the first quarter of 2023, according to a new report from the Mortgage Bankers Association. […] The quarterly analysis looks at delinquency rates for five of the largest investor groups: FDIC-insured banks and thrifts, commercial mortgage-backed securities, life insurance companies, and Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does delinquency mean?

Delinquency means Misconduct..

What is a synonym for delinquency?

Common synonyms include misdemeanor, transgression, wrong, crime.

What is the opposite of delinquency?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use delinquency in a sentence?

Commercial and multifamily mortgage delinquencies increased in the first quarter of 2023, according to a new report from the Mortgage Bankers Association. […] The quarterly analysis looks at delinquency rates for five of the largest investor groups: FDIC-insured banks and thrifts, commercial mortgage-backed securities, life insurance companies, and Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.

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