gangsterisms

/ˈɡæŋstərɪzəmz/
noun
  1. The behaviors, methods, or attitudes associated with gangsters, such as violence, intimidation, or illegal activity.
    • Local leaders condemned the rise of gangsterisms in the neighborhood.
    • His speech was full of threats and gangsterisms, scaring the audience.
    • The movie glorifies gangsterisms like racketeering and murder.
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