Criminal
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈkɹɪm.ɪ.nəl/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Criminal is an adjective meaning Against the law; forbidden by law.
Meaning
Against the law; forbidden by law.
More Meanings
- Guilty of breaking the law.
- Of or relating to crime or penal law.
- (figuratively) Abhorrent or very undesirable.
- A person who is guilty of a crime, notably breaking the law.
Example Sentences
Printing such asinine opinions is criminal!
His long criminal record suggests that he is a dangerous man.
The neglect of any of the relative duties renders us criminal in the sight of God.
Foppish and fantastic ornaments are only indications of vice, not criminal in themselves.
Word Forms
- criminals
Synonyms for criminal
Depending on context, synonyms include crook, committer, culprit, delinquent, desperado, double-dealer.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include outlaw, illegal, felonious, felon, guilty, malefactor.
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