recidivist

Definition of "recidivist"
  1. A person convicted repeatedly of crimes
How to use "recidivist" in a sentence
  1. The judge considered the accused a recidivist due to his past convictions.
  2. The recidivist was put on probation rather than given another jail sentence.
  3. The community safety program targets recidivists to prevent further crime.

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