Synonyms for

Criminalized

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

Definition

To make something illegal and punishable by law.

Synonyms & similar words

criminalise outlaw decriminalise legalize decriminalize criminalize illegalise illegalize ban outlaw prohibit forbid prevent disallow restrict stop bar enjoin debar exclude blackball vet taboo embargo sanction veto censure condemn

Example sentences

  1. The government criminalized the sale of drugs.
  2. It is important to criminalize harmful behavior to protect society.
  3. The law was put in place to criminalize fraudulent activity.
  4. The act of littering is criminalized in many places.
  5. The country decided to criminalize the act of poaching endangered animals.

Quotes

  • We cannot criminalize behavior that is peaceful and consensual. - Tulsi Gabbard
  • It's not a crime to be poor in America. But the way we treat the poor is criminalized. - Cornel West
  • To criminalize a whole class of people, to use them as scapegoats for the sake of political power is unconscionable. - Nancy Pelosi

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