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Cybercrime

🇬🇧 UK //ˈsaɪbərkraɪm// 🇺🇸 US //ˈsaɪbərkraɪm//

Meaning of Cybercrime

Illegal activities involving computers or networks, like hacking or identity theft.

In simple words: Illegal activities done using the internet.

Cybercrime in a sentence

• Governments are increasing their focus on tackling cybercrime.
• Cybercrime affects businesses and individuals alike, leading to financial losses.
• The rise in cybercrime has prompted new laws to protect online users.
• Phishing is a common type of cybercrime that targets personal information.
• To combat cybercrime, companies must invest in better security measures.

How to use Cybercrime

Used in discussions about technology and law. Appropriate in formal reports and informal conversations. Avoid in casual settings without context.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'cyber' as related to computers and 'crime' as illegal acts.

Related words

Collocations with Cybercrime

• combat cybercrime
• prevent cybercrime
• report cybercrime
• invest in cybercrime prevention
• cybercrime statistics

Synonyms for Cybercrime

• computer crime
• internet crime
• digital crime
• online fraud

Common mistakes with Cybercrime

• Confused with 'cyber security' - understanding the difference is essential.
• Overgeneralizing - not all online activities are cybercrimes.
• Using it in singular form as a countable noun - 'a cybercrime' is incorrect.

Frequently asked questions about Cybercrime

What does Cybercrime mean?

Illegal activities done using the internet.

What is the definition of Cybercrime?

Illegal activities involving computers or networks, like hacking or identity theft.

How do you use Cybercrime in a sentence?

Governments are increasing their focus on tackling cybercrime.

Can you give another example of Cybercrime?

Cybercrime affects businesses and individuals alike, leading to financial losses.

What are synonyms for Cybercrime?

Common alternatives include computer crime, internet crime, digital crime, online fraud.

What words go with Cybercrime?

It commonly pairs with combat cybercrime, prevent cybercrime, report cybercrime, invest in cybercrime prevention, cybercrime statistics.

What are common mistakes when using Cybercrime?

Confused with 'cyber security' - understanding the difference is essential. Overgeneralizing - not all online activities are cybercrimes. Using it in singular form as a countable noun - 'a cybercrime' is incorrect.

How do you pronounce Cybercrime?

US: //ˈsaɪbərkraɪm//, UK: //ˈsaɪbərkraɪm//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Cybercrime?

Used in discussions about technology and law. Appropriate in formal reports and informal conversations. Avoid in casual settings without context.