Tikibu: pronunciation dictionary with use examples

Word: criminalize
IPA transcription: [kɹ'ɪmənəl,aɪz]
verb meaning of the word
  • Synonyms: outlaw, criminalize, criminalise, illegalize, illegalise
    Meaning: declare illegal; outlaw; "Marijuana is criminalized in the U.S."
  • Synonyms: criminalize
    Meaning: treat as a criminal
Usage examples