Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

repeat-offender

noun

/rɪˈpiːt əˈfɛndər/

Definition

A person who has committed the same crime or a similar crime multiple times.

Examples

The judge classified him as a repeat offender due to his pattern of theft.
Repeat offenders frequently face harsher penalties than first-time criminals.
Certain rehabilitation programs are specifically designed to help repeat offenders change their habits.

Meaning

The term is often used in legal contexts to refer to individuals who have a history of committing offenses, particularly those that are similar in nature.