Other Word Forms
- noncriminality noun
Etymology
Origin of criminality
From the Medieval Latin word crīminālitās, dating back to 1605–15. See criminal, -ity
Example Sentences
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The city’s medical examiner later attributed both deaths to drownings, and the police found no evidence of criminality.
Being named in the Epstein files does not indicate criminality and Brende has not been accused of wrongdoing.
From BBC
“You have an adequate understanding of the connection between the past defects and choices that you made that led to criminality and ultimately to the commitment offense,” a commissioner said to Funston.
From Los Angeles Times
The anti-ageing influencer has repeatedly apologised for the messages but stressed he had no involvement in Epstein's criminality.
From BBC
"Despite attempting to conceal their criminality, our in-depth investigation spanning the length and breadth of the country ultimately uncovered them," she said.
From BBC
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