nonfeasance (Meaning)

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nonfeasance (n)

a failure to act when under an obligation to do so; a refusal (without sufficient excuse) to do that which it is your legal duty to do

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a failure to act when under an obligation to do so; a refusal (without sufficient excuse) to do that which it is your legal duty to do

neglect,negligence, delinquency, dereliction,failure, oversight, default, inadvertence, heedlessness, laxity

compliance, discharge, compliance,discharge, fulfillment, fulfillment,fulfilment, fulfilment,

The doctor's nonfeasance in failing to suture the wound resulted in a severe infection.

The nonfeasance of the lifeguard led to the drowning of the swimmer.

The employer's nonfeasance in providing adequate safety equipment caused the worker's injury.

The nonfeasance of the public utility in repairing the power line led to a widespread blackout.