Criminality

Pronunciation: /ˌkrɪməˈnælɪtiː/

Criminality (noun)

  1. The quality or state of committing crimes or illegal acts.
  2. The actions or behaviors that break the law and are punishable by legal systems.

Examples

  • Illegal behavior can lead to serious consequences.
  • Criminal activity often increases in urban areas.

Common collocations: reduce criminality, address criminality, combat criminal activity, report criminal activity

Synonyms of Criminality

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Criminality

  • the state of being lawful or permitted