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Definition of Recidivism
1. Noun. Habitual relapse into crime.
Generic synonyms: Backsliding, Lapse, Lapsing, Relapse, Relapsing, Reversion, Reverting
Derivative terms: Recidivate, Recidivist, Recidivist
Derivative terms: Recidivate, Recidivist, Recidivist
Definition of Recidivism
1. n. The state or quality of being recidivous; relapse,
Definition of Recidivism
1. Noun. Committing new offenses after being punished for a crime. ¹
2. Noun. (psychology psychiatry) Chronic repetition of criminal or other antisocial behavior. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Recidivism
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Medical Definition of Recidivism
1. The tendency of an individual toward recidivation. Origin: L. Recidivus, recurring (05 Mar 2000)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Recidivism
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