recidivistic
/rɪˌsɪdəˈvɪstɪk/
adjective
- Tending to return to a previous bad behavior, especially criminal activity, after being punished or treated.
- Prison programs aim to reduce recidivistic behavior by teaching job skills.
- The report showed that many offenders have recidivistic tendencies without proper support.
- The judge noted the defendant's recidivistic pattern of theft and burglary.