Meaning of Criminals
People who commit illegal acts or crimes.
In simple words: People who break the law.
Criminals in a sentence
- The police arrested several **criminals** after the bank robbery.
- Many **criminals** are caught on surveillance cameras during their activities.
- There is a rise in youth **criminals** in urban areas.
- The documentary highlighted the lives of former **criminals** who turned their lives around.
- Judges often face challenges when sentencing **criminals** from difficult backgrounds.
How to use Criminals
Use 'criminals' in discussions about crime. It's appropriate in news and legal contexts but may sound harsh in casual conversations.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of 'crimes' – criminals are the ones who commit them.

Related words
Collocations with Criminals
- repeat criminals
- organized criminals
- petty criminals
- violent criminals
- convicted criminals
Synonyms for Criminals
- offenders
- lawbreakers
- malefactors
- wrongdoers
- delinquents
Opposites of Criminals
- law-abiding citizens
- good people
- innocents
Common mistakes with Criminals
- Confused with 'criminal' (singular) and 'criminals' (plural).
- Using 'criminals' when referring to someone accused but not convicted.
- Overusing in non-legal contexts may seem inappropriate.
Criminals appears in
Criminals in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
مجرمون
الناس اللي يخالفون القانون.
- Bengaliবাংলা
অপরাধী
যারা আইন ভাঙে।
- GermanDeutsch
Kriminelle
Leute, die das Gesetz brechen.
- SpanishEspañol
Criminales
Gente que se salta la ley.
- Persianفارسی
مجرمان
افرادی که قانون را نقض میکنند.
- FrenchFrançais
Criminels
Les gens qui enfreignent la loi.
- Hindiहिन्दी
अपराधी
ऐसे लोग जो कानून तोड़ते हैं।
- ItalianItaliano
Criminali
Persone che infrangono la legge.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Criminosos
Pessoas que desobedecem a lei.
- RussianРусский
Преступники
Люди, нарушающие закон.
- Urduاردو
مجرم
وہ لوگ جو قانون توڑتے ہیں۔
- Chinese中文
罪犯
违法的人。
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Frequently asked questions about Criminals
What does Criminals mean?
People who break the law.
What is the definition of Criminals?
People who commit illegal acts or crimes.
How do you use Criminals in a sentence?
The police arrested several **criminals** after the bank robbery.
Can you give another example of Criminals?
Many **criminals** are caught on surveillance cameras during their activities.
What are synonyms for Criminals?
Common alternatives include offenders, lawbreakers, malefactors, wrongdoers, delinquents.
What is the opposite of Criminals?
Opposite meanings include law-abiding citizens, good people, innocents.
What words go with Criminals?
It commonly pairs with repeat criminals, organized criminals, petty criminals, violent criminals, convicted criminals.
What are common mistakes when using Criminals?
Confused with 'criminal' (singular) and 'criminals' (plural). Using 'criminals' when referring to someone accused but not convicted. Overusing in non-legal contexts may seem inappropriate.
How do you pronounce Criminals?
US: //ˈkrɪmɪnəlz//, UK: //ˈkrɪmɪnəlz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Criminals?
Use 'criminals' in discussions about crime. It's appropriate in news and legal contexts but may sound harsh in casual conversations.
