English Explanatory Dictionary

decriminalize

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To change the laws so something is no longer a crime.

Pronunciation

/diːˈkɹɪmɪnəlaɪz/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-decriminalize.wav

Word forms

decriminalize decriminalizes decriminalizing decriminalized decriminalise

Etymology

Back-formation from decriminalization, equivalent to de- + criminalize.

Synonyms

legalize

Antonyms

criminalize

Derived words

decriminalization decriminalizer
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