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crimes

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 case was resolved as part of the Single Justice Procedure, where low-level crimes are dealt with behind closed doors.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

Portuguese authorities have refused France’s request to extradite him, saying the alleged crimes were committed on Portuguese territory.

From Barron's • May 23, 2026

The controversial felony charges tested a legal theory that someone in a crowd of protesters could face heavy criminal liability, even if they weren’t directly accused of vandalism or other crimes reported during the demonstration.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

She was sentenced to nine years in prison, but after Polis’ commutation, Peters is expected to be released on June 1, having served less than two years behind bars for her crimes.

From Slate • May 21, 2026

I saw my suspect for both crimes, Rosa, peeking out from her door, though she slammed it shut again when she saw me looking.

From "The Light in Hidden Places" by Sharon Cameron