CRIMINALISING
(verb)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Criminalising.
Criminalising - as a verb
Declare illegal; outlaw
Example: "Marijuana is criminalized in the u.s."
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
criminalizeillegaliseillegalizeoutlawHypernyms (Closely Related)
disallowforbidinterdictnixprohibitproscribevetoHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
decriminaliseExample Sentences
"Many argue that criminalising sex work fails to address the root causes of exploitation."
"The criminalising approach to juvenile offenders often perpetuates a cycle of crime."
"Some countries are considering criminalising hate speech to counteract rising discrimination."
"The government is exploring the possibility of criminalising tax evasion to deter fraud."
"Advocates argue that criminalising abortion puts women's health and safety at risk."
Word Game Points
Is CRIMINALISING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, criminalising is valid for Scrabble UK/EU only
CRIMINALISING has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.
Is CRIMINALISING a valid Words With Friends word?
No, criminalising is NOT valid for Words With Friends
Invalid WordCRIMINALISING is not a valid Words With Friends word.
Is CRIMINALISING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, criminalising is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCRIMINALISING has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.