Definitions

crime

[krahym] / kraɪm /

NOUN

offense against the law

Synonyms

STRONGEST

atrocity breach case corruption evil felony infraction lawlessness misconduct misdeed misdemeanor scandal transgression violation wrongdoing

STRONG

abomination break caper criminality delinquency depravity dereliction enormity fault hit illegality immorality infringement iniquity job malfeasance outrage racket sneak tort trespass vice villainy wickedness wrong

WEAK

antisocial behavior delict delictum evil behavior fast one malefaction mortal sin unlawful act

Antonyms

STRONGEST

behavior goodness kindness obedience

STRONG

benefit blessing delight good joy right strength virtue

WEAK

good deed

Example Sentences

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The Insight Crime think tank, which investigates organized crime in the Americas, has also warned of the syndicates' "deep control."

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

On Wednesday afternoon Hampshire Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones told the BBC she had spoken to the victim's family, saying they had called for calm.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones described Nowak's death as a "national tragedy".

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

Crime and homelessness are down, and a long-standing brickyard will soon make way for a mixed-use development.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

Charles was getting closer to the True Crime section.

From "Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library" by Chris Grabenstein

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