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Definitions

recidivism

[ri-sid-uh-viz-uhm] / rɪˈsɪd əˌvɪz əm /
NOUN
lapse
Synonyms
STRONGEST
backsliding relapse
STRONG
decadence declension decline degeneration descent deterioration devolution drop fall recession regression retrogression
WEAK
backslide recidivation retrogradation
Antonyms
STRONG
ascent betterment improvement increase rise

Example Sentences

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Initial data indicated that the program was effective at limiting recidivism.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 25, 2026

Those who took part in the program have a lower-than-average recidivism rate—suggesting a model that could be used to expand early releases.

From Slate • Jul. 5, 2025

Issues such as poverty, social class disparities, criminal recidivism and housing challenges are highly present in east Belfast which Phoenix Education Centre is hoping to improve.

From BBC • Nov. 29, 2024

She brought up Harris’ mandate for police officers to wear body cameras and efforts to reduce criminal recidivism.

From Salon • Aug. 20, 2024

It was a survival thing: he didn’t answer back, didn’t say anything about job security for prison guards, debate the nature of repentance, rehabilitation, or rates of recidivism.

From "American Gods" by Neil Gaiman