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recidivism

noun

/rɪˈsɪdɪˌvɪzəm/

Meaning

The tendency of a convicted criminal to reoffend or relapse into criminal behavior.

The government introduced new programs to reduce recidivism among former inmates.

relapse, reoffending, regression, backsliding, recurrency

rehabilitation, reform, recovery

reduce recidivism, high recidivism rate, prevent recidivism, recidivism studies

A division or contrast between two things that are or are represented as being opposed or entirely d...

The action of repeating something that has already been said, written, or done.

a small flying insect that bites people and animals

a flat shape with three or more straight sides

a valuable object that has belonged to a family for several generations

A badge or symbol that shows rank, position, or membership.