Delinquent
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Negative connotation
The term often implies negative behavior that society dislikes. The delinquent teens were caught vandalizing the park.
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Not always criminal
Delinquent acts may not be severe enough to be criminal, but still against rules. His delinquent habits include breaking curfew regularly.
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Social stigma
Being labeled delinquent can lead to social exclusion or judgment. She worked hard to shed her delinquent image from her youth.