noncrime
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /nɒnˈkraɪm/
KK: /nɑnˈkraɪm/
adjective
Definition
Referring to something that is not considered a crime or illegal act.
Example
The actions taken by the organization were deemed noncrime activities.
Conversation
I heard that someone got a ticket for a noncrime yesterday.
Really? What did they do?
They parked in a spot that was not clearly marked.
That sounds so frustrating! I can't believe they would ticket for something like that.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
innocent
lawful
permissible
Antonyms
criminal
illegal
unlawful
noun
Definition
An action or behavior that does not violate any laws or regulations.
Example
The new policy aims to distinguish between crime and noncrime activities.
Conversation
Did you hear about that new law they passed?
Yeah, it's interesting how some things are considered a noncrime now.
I know, right? It's strange how society changes its views on what is acceptable.
Root Explanation
Noncrime → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "crime" (from Old French *crim*, meaning an act against the law). The word "noncrime" refers to something that is not considered a crime or illegal act.
Memory Tip
Think of 'not' ('non-') combined with 'crime' to remember that 'noncrime' means something that is not a crime.
Visually Confused Words
uncrime