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C2 Level Wordlist - Crime

Here you will learn all the essential words for talking about Crime, collected specifically for level C2 learners.

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CEFR C2 Vocabulary
cold case
[noun]

a criminal investigation that has remained unsolved for a significant period and lacks recent investigative leads

Ex: Despite being a cold case for over twenty years , the investigation gained renewed attention after a true crime podcast featured the unsolved mystery .
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vigilante
[noun]

an individual or group of individuals who take the law into their own hands, acting outside the legal system to enforce their version of justice or address perceived wrongs

Ex: Frustrated by a series of unsolved crimes, a few individuals formed a vigilante posse to track down the perpetrators.
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felony
[noun]

a serious crime such as arson, murder, rape, etc.

Ex: His criminal record showed multiple felonies, making it difficult for him to find employment after his release from prison .
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an action that is considered wrong or unacceptable yet not very serious

Ex: Public intoxication is often classified as a misdemeanor, leading to a night in jail or a minor fine .
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the act of stealing funds that are placed in one's trust and belong to one's employer

Ex: Conviction for embezzlement can result in severe penalties , including imprisonment , fines , and restitution to the victims .
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extortion
[noun]

a crime where someone forces another person to give them money or valuable things by threatening or intimidating them

Ex: Extortion of additional funds from prior victims continued when the thief threatened to expose private details .
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mobster
[noun]

a member of a criminal organization, often involved in organized crime such as racketeering, extortion, and other illicit activities

Ex: The mobster faced charges of racketeering , money laundering , and other organized crime activities .
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battery
[noun]

the intentional and unlawful physical contact or harm inflicted on another person

Ex: Law enforcement officers intervened to prevent the escalation of a domestic dispute that had the potential for battery.
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a minor crime or misdeed, especially of a young person

Ex: Chronic delinquency in adolescence can sometimes predict continued criminal behavior into adulthood , highlighting the need for effective prevention strategies .
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the tendency of a person who has been convicted of a criminal offense to reoffend, leading to their re-arrest, reconviction, or return to criminal behavior

Ex: Nonprofit organizations focused on reducing recidivism by offering support and mentorship to individuals upon their release from prison .
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libel
[noun]

a published false statement that damages a person's reputation

Ex: The court ruled in favor of the plaintiff , awarding damages for the emotional distress and financial loss caused by the libel.
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gangland
[noun]

the environment or territory associated with criminal gangs, particularly those engaged in organized crime, violence, and illicit activities

Ex: The city implemented social initiatives to provide alternatives for youth susceptible to recruitment into gangland activities .
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to take valuables by force, often resulting in destruction or damage

Ex: The invaders ' primary objective was to despoil the enemy 's resources , leaving their infrastructure in shambles .
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to forge
[Verb]

to create a fake copy or imitation of something

Ex: She was arrested for attempting to forge documents .
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to loot
[Verb]

to illegally obtain or exploit copyrighted or patented material for personal gain

Ex: The artist 's designs were looted by counterfeiters who mass-produced knockoff products and sold them at a fraction of the price .
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‌to cooperate secretly or illegally for deceiving other people

Ex: The competitors were suspected of colluding to divide up contracts and stifle competition in the industry .
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to poach
[Verb]

to illegally hunt, catch, or fish on another person's property or in prohibited areas

Ex: Rangers caught individuals using prohibited nets to poach crabs in the ecologically sensitive mangrove area .
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to pilfer
[Verb]

to steal small quantities or insignificant items

Ex: The cat burglar managed to pilfer jewelry from several upscale residences .
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to take something for one's own use, especially illegally or without the owner's permission

Ex: The artist was accused of appropriating cultural symbols without understanding their significance .
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to con
[Verb]

to deceive someone in order to deprive them of something, such as money, property, or information

Ex: The street magician conned passersby with sleight of hand tricks , making them believe he had supernatural abilities .
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to make a false copy of something with the intent to deceive

Ex: He was arrested for counterfeiting passports .
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to provide evidence or information that suggests a person's involvement in a crime or wrongdoing

Ex: The defense attorney cross-examined the witness , trying to expose any inconsistencies that could incriminate their client .
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to commit a harmful, illegal, or immoral act, such as a crime or an offense

Ex: The media coverage highlighted the heinous acts perpetrated by the gang in the city .
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to extort
[Verb]

to illegally obtain money, property, or services from someone through threat of harm or force

Ex: Police suspected the hacker extorted bank account numbers and passwords from vulnerable victims using frightenting hoax messages .
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to enter someone's land or building without permission

Ex: The homeowner pressed charges against the individuals for trespassing on their land without permission.
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to forcibly steal a vehicle from its driver, often involving threats or violence

Ex: A witness called 911 after observing a suspicious individual attempting to carjack an elderly couple at a gas station .
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to produce, distribute, or sell illicit or unauthorized goods

Ex: Authorities arrested a group of individuals attempting to bootleg a new designer drug , which had recently been classified as illegal .
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to use deceit in order to deprive someone of their money or other possessions

Ex: Do n't fall victim to schemes that promise unrealistic returns but ultimately swindle you out of your hard-earned money .
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