crime in Latin
crime in Latin is scelus, facinus, maleficium — crime means an act that breaks the law and is punishable by the state.
crime in Latin
scelus
(countable) A specific act committed in violation of the law, especially criminal law.
facinus
(countable) A specific act committed in violation of the law, especially criminal law.
maleficium
(countable) A specific act committed in violation of the law, especially criminal law.
What does "crime" mean?
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noun An act that breaks the law and is punishable by the state.
"Stealing from a shop is a crime, even if the item is cheap."
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noun Illegal activity in general.
"Neighbors formed a watch group to reduce crime on their street."
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crime in a sentence
- Stealing from a shop is a crime, even if the item is cheap.
- Burglary is a serious crime in most countries.
- Neighbors formed a watch group to reduce crime on their street.
- The mayor promised new lighting to help tackle crime in the park.
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Frequently asked questions
What is "crime" in Latin?
"crime" in Latin is scelus, facinus, maleficium. crime means: An act that breaks the law and is punishable by the state.
How do you use "crime" in a sentence?
Example: "Stealing from a shop is a crime, even if the item is cheap." In Latin, "crime" is scelus, facinus, maleficium.
Are there other ways to say "crime" in Latin?
Yes — Latin has 3 translations listed for "crime": scelus, facinus, maleficium.
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