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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)
criminalize24illegalise11illegalize20outlaw9
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
disallow12forbid12interdict12nix10prohibit15proscribe15veto7
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
decriminalise18

Example 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."
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Word Game Points

Is CRIMINALISING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, criminalising is valid for Scrabble UK/EU only
US/CA Invalid UK/EU Valid

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 Word
CRIMINALISING is not a valid Words With Friends word.

Is CRIMINALISING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, criminalising is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CRIMINALISING has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.

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