non-compliant
|non-com-pli-ant|
B2
/nɒn kəmˈplaɪənt/
(compliant)
willing to comply
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-compliant' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'compliant' which comes from the Latin 'compliere,' meaning 'to fill up or complete.'
Historical Evolution
'compliant' changed from the Latin word 'compliere' to the Old French 'complir,' and eventually became the modern English word 'compliant.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'compliant' meant 'to complete or fulfill,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'agreeing or obeying.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not adhering to a set of rules, standards, or laws.
The company was fined for being non-compliant with safety regulations.
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Last updated: 2025/03/10 03:35