Crime

Crime, unfortunately, is a significant aspect of daily life, making it a valuable topic for you as an ESL learner. Discussing crime and its consequences fosters critical thinking skills as you analyze the causes and potential solutions, encouraging you to articulate your opinions and engage in debates. This not only strengthens your speaking and listening skills, but also provides valuable insights into societal norms and the legal framework behind it. Today’s vocabulary will allow you to have a better understanding on the topic of “crime”. So, let’s jump right in!

In today’s lesson, you’re going to have:

• 5 advanced English vocabulary words about Crime.

• 15 examples of phrases that you can use on a daily basis.

• Eye-catching images will help you learn and retain the vocabulary.

1. Suspect

📚 DEFINITION

A person who is believed to have committed a crime.

📄 Example Sentences:

1. The police are questioning several suspects in the bank robbery.

2. He was arrested as a suspect in the murder case.

3. The detective suspected that the butler was involved in the theft.e

2. Verdict

📚 DEFINITION

The official decision of a jury or judge in a court case.

📄 Example Sentences:

1. The jury delivered a verdict of guilty on all charges.

2. The judge reserved his verdict until next week.

3. The unexpected verdict left the defendant speechless.

3. Evidence

📚 DEFINITION

Information or objects that can be used to prove a point, especially in a court case.

📄 Example Sentences:

1. The police collected DNA evidence from the crime scene.

2. The witness testimony provided strong evidence against the suspect.

3. The lawyer presented new evidence that cast doubt on the original conviction.

4. Alibi

📚 DEFINITION

An explanation offered by a person accused of a crime that they were somewhere else when the crime was committed.

📄 Example Sentences:

1. The suspect presented a credible alibi that placed him at work during the robbery.

2. The prosecution tried to discredit the defendant's alibi.

3. Without a solid alibi, it will be difficult to prove his innocence.

5. Motive

📚 DEFINITION

The reason or purpose behind someone's actions, especially a crime.

📄 Example Sentences:

1. The police are still trying to determine the motive behind the attack.

2. Greed was the likely motive for the embezzlement of company funds.

3. The motive for the crime remains a mystery.

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