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Meaning of uncompliant
The primary meaning of the word "uncompliant" refers to a person or entity that fails to comply with a rule, law, or request.
Etymology of uncompliant
The word "uncompliant" originates from the prefix "un-" meaning "not" and the word "compliant" which comes from the Latin "compliantem", meaning "to bend together" or "to accommodate", with the prefix "com-" meaning "together" and "plian-" from "pliare" meaning "to bend"
Synonyms
disobedient
noncompliant
uncooperative
rebellious
defiant
recalcitrant
refractory
stubborn
obstinate
resistant
unyielding
intractable
unruly
disorderly
insubordinate
contrary
wayward
headstrong
wilful
unmanageable
uncontrollable
difficult
intransigent
unaccommodating
inflexible
rigid
uncompromising
unrelenting
unrepentant
unpersuadable
Definitions
- Refusing or failing to comply with a rule, law, or request
- * Unwilling to cooperate or obey
Usage Examples
- The company was fined for being uncompliant with environmental regulations
- * The uncompliant student refused to follow the teacher's instructions
Antonyms
compliant
obedient
cooperative
submissive
deferential
acquiescent
amenable
tractable
docile
dutiful
law-abiding
orderly
manageable
controllable
accommodating
flexible
compromising
relenting
persuadable
willing
cooperative
conforming