Definition

Relating to the study of crime and criminal behavior.

Example

The criminological research provided insights into the causes of crime in urban areas.

Conversation

Have you ever taken a class on criminological theories?

No, I haven't, but it sounds really interesting!

I just started one, and it's fascinating how they study crime patterns.

That does sound cool! I'd love to learn more about the criminological aspects of society.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Criminological → It is formed from "crimen" (from Latin, meaning crime) and "-logical" (from Greek "logia", meaning study or science). The word "criminological" refers to the study or science of crime.

Memory Tip

Think of 'crime' ('crimen') and 'study' ('-logical') to remember that criminological means the study of crime.

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