criminal

Definition

Against the law; forbidden by law.

Etymology

From Middle English cryminal, borrowed from Anglo-Norman criminal, from Late Latin criminalis, from Latin crimen (“crime”).

Example Sentences

• "Foppish and fantastic ornaments are only indications of vice, not criminal in themselves."
• "The neglect of any of the relative duties renders us criminal in the sight of God."
• "His long criminal record suggests that he is a dangerous man."