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What is another word for recidivate?

113 synonyms found

Pronunciation:

[ ɹɪsˈɪdɪvˌe͡ɪt], [ ɹɪsˈɪdɪvˌe‍ɪt], [ ɹ_ɪ_s_ˈɪ_d_ɪ_v_ˌeɪ_t]

How to use "Recidivate" in context?

recidivism is defined as a criminal behavior or act committed by an individual who has previously been convicted of a criminal offense. The rate of recidivism varies considerably according to the nature of the crime, with some crimes, such as homicide, tending to result in high rates of recidivism and others, such as traffic offenses, tending to have lower rates. The reasons for this variation are complex and involve a variety of factors, including the severity of the original crime, the criminal history and character of the offender, and the circumstances of the individual's release from prison.

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