Nonperformance

Pronunciation: /nɑn.pɚ.fɔrməns/

Definitions of nonperformance

noun the act or state of not performing or failing to carry out a duty or obligation

Example Sentences

A1 Nonperformance of duties can lead to consequences.

A2 The employee was reprimanded for nonperformance in the workplace.

B1 The contract includes clauses for nonperformance by either party.

B2 The company suffered financial losses due to nonperformance of their suppliers.

C1 The nonperformance of the government in addressing social issues has sparked protests.

C2 Legal action may be taken against the contractor for nonperformance of the agreed-upon terms.

Examples of nonperformance in a Sentence

formal The contract clearly outlines the consequences of nonperformance by either party.

informal If there's any nonperformance, we're all in trouble.

slang Dude, don't even think about nonperformance on this project.

figurative His nonperformance in the game was like watching a train wreck in slow motion.

Grammatical Forms of nonperformance

• plural: nonperformances
• comparative: more nonperforming
• superlative: most nonperforming
• present tense: nonperformance
• future tense: will nonperform
• perfect tense: has nonperformed
• continuous tense: is nonperforming
• singular: nonperformance
• positive degree: nonperformance
• infinitive: to nonperform
• gerund: nonperforming
• participle: nonperformed

Origin and Evolution of nonperformance

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'nonperformance' originated from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'performance' meaning 'the action or process of carrying out or accomplishing an action'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'nonperformance' has maintained its original meaning of failure to carry out or accomplish an action, but has also come to be used in various contexts such as business, theater, and sports to describe a lack of performance or action.