sexual predator
The term 'sexual predator' is used to describe individuals who engage in manipulative or violent behavior to achieve sexual contact, often causing significant harm to their victims.
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Definition
C1Criminal Behavior
(derogatory, legal)An individual who seeks out and exploits others for sexual contact through manipulation, coercion, or force.
Example
- The police arrested a known sexual predator in the neighborhood.
C1Psychology
(clinical)A person who habitually preys upon others for sexual purposes, violating their consent and exploiting their vulnerabilities.
Example
- Therapists often work with victims of sexual predators to help them recover from trauma.
Similar
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