NONCOMPLIANT Synonyms: 80 Similar and Opposite Words

noncompliant

adjective

as in recalcitrant

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Recent Examples of noncompliant In September, the Australian government increased the fines for noncompliant social media firms. — Chad De Guzman, Time, 22 Oct. 2026 States need independent labs to test products, the authority to seize noncompliant ones, and staff to execute. — Theresa Gaffney, STAT, 30 Sep. 2026 If all of the noncompliant children received their shots, Colorado would reach 95% coverage -- though that isn't likely, since a share of parents would use the exemption form instead of getting their kids vaccinated, Higgins said. — Meg Wingerter, Denver Post, 14 Sep. 2026 In 2024, a Veolia North America subsidiary sued the City-Parish of Baton Rouge after losing a bid for its wastewater operations and management contract, alleging the procurement process was unfair, noncompliant and guided by favoritism. — Mary Spicuzza, jsonline.com, 11 Sep. 2026 Kemp emphasized the actions his agency had taken under that law against noncompliant companies and said Cal Privacy will continue with enforcement and auditing. — Ethan Baron, Mercury News, 8 Sep. 2026 The recall makes the Toyota Camry's impacted noncompliant with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard, the recall stated. — Olivia Evans, Louisville Courier Journal, 1 Sep. 2026 Adair died in his cell following an altercation with multiple deputies that evening, many of whom testified Adair was being noncompliant and behaving erratically following a visit to the jail’s medical clinic. — Sofi Zeman august 26, Kansas City Star, 27 Aug. 2026 Sheffield said the city plans to announce a rental escrow program in the coming weeks for residents living in noncompliant homes that will help bring properties up to code as well. — Nushrat Rahman, Freep.com, 26 Aug. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for noncompliant

Adjective

Brian is a gee-whiz irritant, with a reckless attachment to the family’s conveniently recalcitrant dog and a knack for making dangerous situations worse.

— Justin Chang, New Yorker, 17 Aug. 2026
In their recalcitrant way, the balance tips more toward the sentimental than the cynical.

— Anthony D'Alessandro, Deadline, 24 July 2026

Definition of recalcitrant

Adjective

Now, as more schools like Central Middle station officers in their hallways, educators can turn to law enforcement when students are disobedient, even if the children are young or pose minimal threat.

— Kristian Hernández, San Antonio Express-News, 15 Oct. 2026
Conduct disorder affects children and teens and involves a consistent pattern of disobedient and aggressive behaviors.

— Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 21 May 2026

Definition of disobedient

Adjective

Unfortunately, negotiating with Uber and DoorDash takes time, money, and lawyers, and though those repercussions might show up eventually, and maybe even prove effective, e-bike cowboys are getting bolder, faster, and more defiant by the day.

— Justin Davidson, Curbed, 5 Nov. 2026
As disturbing as the ordeal was, the 89-year-old remains defiant.

— CBS News, CBS News, 4 Nov. 2026

Definition of defiant

Adjective

And only DeMichelle’s Marguerite has the necessary command to bring this obstreperous monarch to heel.

— Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2026
And when intelligence confirms that one of their vessels is engaged in armed smuggling operations, the president need not convene an obstreperous congressional committee before acting in such a manner to defend the American people.

— Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Dec. 2025

Definition of obstreperous

Adjective

With its choppy layers, tousled texture, and extra length at the nape, this wolf cut brought a rebellious twist to her usual regal aesthetic.

— Amanda Le, InStyle, 4 Nov. 2026
The selection also features Dutch director Sabine Lubbe Bakker’s Premier Souffle, exploring whether a rebellious outsider can find her place in the world after years of isolation from her community.

— Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 30 Oct. 2026