adj

victimless

Victimless (adj) means not directly harming anyone; having no identifiable victim. Example: “Some argue that recreational drug use should be treated as a victimless crime.”

adj

Not directly harming anyone; having no identifiable victim.

"Some argue that recreational drug use should be treated as a victimless crime."

How to use victimless

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishDescribes an act, especially one that's technically illegal, that doesn't harm anyone directly.

Common pairings

victimless crime

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Some argue that recreational drug use should be treated as a _____ crime.

Etymology

Formed from victim plus the suffix -less, "without."

Rhymes for victimless

aimless

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Frequently asked questions

What does “victimless” mean?

The word “victimless” means not directly harming anyone; having no identifiable victim. In plain terms, describes an act, especially one that's technically illegal, that doesn't harm anyone directly.

How do you use “victimless” in a sentence?

Here is “victimless” used in a sentence: “Some argue that recreational drug use should be treated as a victimless crime.”

What part of speech is “victimless”?

“Victimless” is an adjective.

What is the meaning of victimless?

"victimless" (adj) means not directly harming anyone; having no identifiable victim.