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Noncompliance

Description:

Noncompliance refers to the failure or refusal to conform to a rule, regulation, or command.

Senses:

Noun - Legal Sense:

In the legal context, noncompliance denotes the refusal or failure to abide by laws, regulations, or court orders.

Example sentence: The company was penalized for its continued noncompliance with environmental regulations.

Noun - Medical Sense:

In the medical field, noncompliance refers to a patient's failure to follow prescribed treatments, medications, or recommended lifestyle changes.

Example sentence: The doctor emphasized the importance of compliance with the prescribed medication regimen to avoid complications due to noncompliance.

Noun - General Sense:

In a general sense, noncompliance applies to any situation where someone fails to adhere to expectations, rules, or guidelines.

Example sentence: The teacher addressed the student's noncompliance with the classroom rules, emphasizing the importance of discipline.

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