/krɪmɪnˈætɔri

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or causing a tendency to commit crimes or behave criminally

“The criminatory influence of social media on young people is a growing concern.”

2. adjective

tending to encourage or promote criminal behavior

“The film’s criminatory themes were widely criticized by the public.”

3. noun

a tendency to encourage or promote criminal behavior

“The research aimed to study and understand the criminatory factors that contribute to crime.”