criminogenic

/krɪmɪˈnoʊdʒɛnɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

capable of causing or contributing to the occurrence of crime

“The city’s high unemployment rate was considered a criminogenic factor.”

2. noun

a factor or condition that contributes to the commission of a crime

“The lack of community resources is a key criminogenic in many neighborhoods.”

Synonyms

  • crime-inducing
  • delinquency-causing
  • offending

Antonyms

  • crime-preventing
  • crime-reducing