Nonfeasance

Pronunciation: /ˈnɑnˈfeɪˈeɪˈsænˈˌsii/

Nonfeasance (noun)

  1. A failure to do what the law or duty requires, especially when someone should have acted to prevent harm.

Examples

  • Nonfeasance can happen when someone ignores a clear duty.
  • The case focused on nonfeasance, not on taking the wrong action.