criminative

/krɪmɪˈneɪtɪv/

Definitions

1. adjective

Tending to cause or encourage crime; criminogenic.

“The harsh economic conditions were considered criminative and contributed to a rise in property crimes.”

2. adjective

Of or relating to the study of crime and its causes.

“She was an expert in criminative research and had a deep understanding of the factors that led to criminal behavior.”

Synonyms

  • crime-causing
  • criminogenic

Antonyms

  • criminally preventive
  • law-abiding