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Definition of nonperformance

nonperformance

/ˌnɑːnpɚˈfɔːrməns/
non · per · for · mance
Plural:nonperformances
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Adjective:nonperforming
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nonperformance Lexical Profile

nonperformance Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The failure or neglect to fulfill an obligation, duty, or contractual requirement.

Example

"The company sued the supplier for nonperformance after the promised shipment failed to arrive on time."

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• Rhymes for nonperformance

• Nearby Words

nonpaying
nonpayment
nonpeak
nonperformance
nonperformer
nonperforming
nonperishable

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Nonperformance. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/nonperformance
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