How to Pronounce "recidivism"
word
ɹəˈsɪdɪˌvɪzəm
ruh-SID-uh-viz-um
ɹɪsˈɪdɪvˌɪzəm
rih-SID-iv-iz-um
Definition
Recidivism is when someone repeats a negative or criminal behavior after having been punished or treated for it before.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɹəˈsɪdɪˌvɪzəm
British English
ɹɪsˈɪdɪvˌɪzəm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ruh-SID-uh-viz-um
UK
rih-SID-iv-iz-um
Listen in Context
High recidivism shows a problem with the justice system.
After his release, he worked hard to avoid recidivism.
Social support is key to fighting recidivism in communities.
Many people don't realize how common recidivism is among former inmates.