Definition

Relating to or involving crime; illegal or unlawful.

Example

The criminous activities in the area have raised concerns among the residents.

Conversation

Have you seen that new movie about the criminous gang in the city?

Yeah, it was pretty intense and kept me on the edge of my seat!

I can't believe how realistic they made the criminous activities look.

I know right? It definitely gave me a different perspective on crime.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Criminous is formed from "crimen" (meaning crime or accusation) and the suffix "-ous" (meaning full of or characterized by). The word describes someone or something that is full of crime or related to criminal activity.

Memory Tip

Think of 'crime' ('crimen') and remember that 'criminous' means full of crime or related to criminal behavior.

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