nonconformance

• Substantiv, das das Fehlen von Orthodoxie in Gedanken oder Überzeugungen bezeichnet oder die Nichtübereinstimmung mit anerkannten Verhaltensstandards.

A noun referring to a lack of orthodoxy in thoughts or beliefs, or a failure to conform to accepted standards of behavior.

1. Nonconformity in beliefsC1formal

   A lack of adherence to established or orthodox ideas, opinions, or religious doctrines.

   Nichtübereinstimmung mit Glaubensvorstellungen

   • His nonconformance to the church's teachings led to his excommunication.
   • The artist's nonconformance was celebrated as a form of creative rebellion.
   • Nonconformance in political thought can be dangerous in authoritarian regimes.

   Synonymeapostasydissentdissidenceheresynonconformityunorthodoxy

   Antonymeadherencecomplianceconformityorthodoxy

2. Failure to meet standardsB2formalbusiness

   The act or state of not complying with established rules, regulations, or accepted standards of behavior.

   Nichteinhaltung von Standards

   • The product was rejected due to nonconformance with safety regulations.
   • Employee nonconformance to company policy can result in disciplinary action.
   • The audit revealed several instances of nonconformance in the manufacturing process.

   Synonymebreachcontraventiondeviationinfractioninfringementnoncompliancenonobservancetransgressionviolation

   Antonymeadherencecomplianceconformanceconformityobservance