Juvenile Delinquency (Noun)
Meaning
An antisocial misdeed in violation of the law by a minor.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- Juvenile delinquency rates in the city have been a concern for local authorities in recent years.
- Research suggests that poverty and lack of education are major contributing factors to juvenile delinquency.
- The social worker's efforts aimed to reduce juvenile delinquency by providing at-risk youth with constructive outlets.
- Increases in juvenile delinquency have prompted calls for greater investment in youth rehabilitation programs and community support services.
- Studies have consistently shown that exposure to violent media can contribute to an increased risk of juvenile delinquency.