Synonyms for

Crimes

Verb / kraɪmz / Another word for crimes — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Crimes are actions that are against the law and can be punished by the government.

Synonyms & similar words

offence criminaloffence lawbreaking criminaloffense offense crime offenses misdeeds wrongdoing violations transgressions misdemeanors felonies atrocities abominations outrages sins wrongs evils injustices illegalities delinquencies malefactions malfeasances corruption illicitness

Synonyms by register

Formal

offenses infractions misdeeds transgressions

Informal

bad stuff wrongdoings shenanigans mischief

Literary

iniquities wickedness malfeasance

Antonyms

virtues good deeds honesty righteousness lawfulness innocence compliance

Common collocations

  • petty crimes
  • violent crimes
  • white-collar crimes
  • organized crimes
  • commit crimes
  • solve crimes
  • report crimes
  • prevent crimes

Word family

noun crime
verb criminalize
adjective criminal
adverb criminally

Usage note

Crimes refers to illegal acts punishable by law. It is a general term that can encompass a wide range of offenses from minor to severe.

Example sentences

  1. He was convicted of several crimes, including theft and fraud.
  2. The police are investigating the crime scene for evidence.
  3. She witnessed the crime and called 911.
  4. The criminal was sentenced to life in prison for his crimes.
  5. He served time in jail for his crime of assault.

Quotes

  • I would rather commit a hundred sins and be forgiven for them, than to be a coward and not be able to commit any sins at all. - Swami Vivekananda
  • The greater the crime, the greater the punishment. - Ovid
  • It is better that ten guilty persons escape than that one innocent suffer. - William Blackstone

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