Recidivate (Verb)
Meaning
Go back to bad behavior; "Those who recidivate are often minor criminals".
Classification
Verbs of grooming, dressing and bodily care.
Examples
- The corrections officer noted that most inmates who are released without a solid support system tend to recidivate and end up back in prison.
- Statistics show that a significant percentage of juvenile delinquents will recidivate and be arrested again within two years of being released.
- Research has shown that those who recidivate after treatment often require a more personalized and comprehensive rehabilitation approach.
- Despite years of rehabilitation efforts, some ex-convicts continue to recidivate due to a lack of job opportunities and social support.
- The parole officer's primary goal was to prevent the convict from recidivating and becoming a menace to society once again.