Defaulter

usgb/dɪˈfɔːltər/
noun

A person who fails to fulfill a duty or promise or to pay a debt.

He is a defaulter on his mortgage payments.
Visual representation of "defaulter" - A person who fails to fulfill a duty or promise or to pay a debt.

Often appears as...

  • debt defaulter
  • loan defaulter
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Broken Promises

Refers to unmet obligations, not just unpaid debts.

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Since he didn't complete the work, he's a defaulter on the contract.
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Financial Troubles

Often used to discuss serious money problems, not small mistakes.

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Her company became a defaulter after not repaying the massive loan.
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Negative Connotation

Carries a negative judgement, implies irresponsible or unreliable behavior.

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As a habitual defaulter, he struggled to get any further credit.
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