kriminální

Kriminální is a Czech adjective derived from the noun "kriminalita," meaning criminality. It translates to "criminal" in English and is used to describe actions, individuals, or situations that are related to crime.

The term "kriminální" can refer to various aspects of the criminal world. It can describe criminal acts, such as theft or assault, which are considered kriminální činy (criminal acts). It can also describe individuals involved in criminal activities, such as kriminální živly (criminal elements) or kriminálníci (criminals). Furthermore, it can be used to describe aspects of law enforcement and the justice system that deal with crime, such as kriminální policie (criminal police) or kriminální právo (criminal law).

In broader contexts, "kriminální" can also be used metaphorically to describe something perceived as morally wrong, harmful, or unacceptable, even if it doesn't constitute a legal offense. For instance, a particularly exploitative business practice might be described as kriminální in its unethical nature. The adjective is a fundamental part of the Czech vocabulary when discussing matters of law, order, and societal deviance.