noun
- the quality or state of being criminal; involvement in crime
- criminal behavior or activity
Examples
- The study examined the relationship between poverty and criminality.
- His history of criminality made it difficult to find employment.
- The neighborhood saw a decrease in criminality after increased police patrols.
- Experts debated whether criminality is influenced more by nature or nurture.
- The documentary explored the roots of organized criminality.
- Social programs aim to reduce youth criminality through education and support.