recidivism

ri'sidivizm

n. habitual relapse into crime

n. 累犯
[医] 复发趋向, 再发趋向, 再犯趋向

46,817

BNC 频率

20,722

使用频率

recidivism 可以拆分为词根 cid（意为“落下、倒下”）和前缀 re-（意为“再次”）。合起来理解为“再次倒下”，即再次犯罪。

例句

1. Many programs aim to reduce recidivism among former prisoners.

许多项目旨在减少前囚犯的再犯率。

2. The government is investing in education to help lower recidivism rates.

政府正在投资教育以帮助降低再犯率。

3. Recidivism can be influenced by social support and job opportunities.

社会支持和就业机会可以影响再犯率。