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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.

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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.