Nonfeasance
Pronunciation: /ˈnɑnˈfeɪˈeɪˈsænˈˌsii/
Nonfeasance (noun)
- 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.