criminality
0 antonyms and opposites of criminality, grouped by meaning.
Noun — The quality or state of being criminal, or the general level of criminal activity in a place.
Etymology
From criminal + -ity, following French criminalité and Latin criminalitas.
Full origin of criminality →Frequently asked questions
What does “criminality” mean?
The word “criminality” means the quality or state of being criminal, or the general level of criminal activity in a place. In plain terms, how criminal something is, or how much crime is happening somewhere.
How do you use “criminality” in a sentence?
Here is “criminality” used in a sentence: “The report looked at the causes of rising criminality in the region.”
What part of speech is “criminality”?
“Criminality” is a noun.
Where does the word “criminality” come from?
The word “criminality” comes from Latin. From criminal + -ity, following French criminalité and Latin criminalitas.
Is “criminality” a common word?
“Criminality” is an uncommon word in modern English.