Showing results for crimes. Search instead for noncrimes.

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

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

He then added: "There's three crimes, ranging I think from 2003 to 2010, that have been looked at in detail now… there's not really any definitive link but we certainly are re-reviewing local crimes."

From BBC • May 19, 2026

The ICC tries individuals for the world's worst crimes, including war crimes and crimes against humanity.

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

Only two Confederates were tried, convicted and executed for war crimes after the 1865 surrender at Appomattox.

From Salon • May 18, 2026

“I understand that every life lost is a tragedy, but there are crimes that are against humanity and against our American principles.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2026

At the very least, I could find evidence connecting him to Mr. Whitby or proof of his crimes.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros