Meaning & Definition of Crime in English
English⟶
Crime
/kraɪm/
noun
1. (criminal law) an act punishable by law
- Usually considered an evil act
- "A long record of crimes"
synonym:
- crime,
- offense,
- criminal offense,
- criminal offence,
- offence,
- law-breaking
2. An evil act not necessarily punishable by law
- "Crimes of the heart"
synonym:
- crime
Examples of using
The public's fascination with organized crime is very disturbing.
Dwindling resources have hampered the efforts of police to stem the rise of violent crime in the city.
It was a violent crime.