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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

perpetration

/ˌpərpɪˈtreɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does perpetration mean?

noun

The act of committing a crime or wrongdoing; the state of being guilty of a crime or wrongdoing.

Example

"The perpetration of the crime was carefully planned and executed."

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