Criminal Profiling Terminology

noun a state of moral corruption or wickedness

• The depravity of the criminal's actions shocked the entire community.
• I can't believe the level of depravity in that movie.
• That guy's depravity knows no bounds.
• The depravity of the situation was like a dark cloud hanging over us.

noun A particular way or method of doing something, especially one that is characteristic or well-established

• The detective analyzed the criminal's modus operandi to predict their next move.
• I can't figure out the thief's modus operandi, it's so confusing.
• The hacker's modus operandi is to always exploit weak passwords.
• Her modus operandi for success is to always stay focused and determined.

noun A female assassin hired to kill someone

• The hitwoman was hired to eliminate the target discreetly.
• I heard the hitwoman is in town to take care of some business.
• That hitwoman is one tough cookie, you don't want to mess with her.
• She was like a hitwoman, swiftly taking down any obstacles in her way.