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  • What is a definition (sociology)

What Are the Types of Definitions (sociology)

• Positive

• Neutralizing

• The more pro-crime definition we hold, the more likely we are to engage in crime.

• Pro-crime definitions can be approving or neutralizing.

• Approving

  • Frame crime in a positive light.

• Neutralizing

  • Excuses criminal behaviours.
  • Rationalizes it.