Skip to main content
Dictionary
Store
Blog
World
Help
Advertise
Chat
System Status
Information Collection Notice
Trademark Concerns
reCAPTCHA Privacy
Terms of Service
reCAPTCHA Terms
Privacy Policy
Accessibility
Report a Bug
Data Request
Contact Us
Security
DMCA
© 1999–2026 Urban Dictionary ®
Mugs
Tees
Hoodies
Pro Customization
Create unique products with your own words and definitions
Preview
Personalize Your Design
Your Word
Your Definition
A scientific trial ran by the government in the fictional book/film "A Clockwork Orange" which attempts to reform criminal Alex DeLarge into a functioning member of society. It entails forcing criminals to watch videos of horrific acts such as rape and murder (both of which Alex participated in prior to his arrest) with drugs which make him feel sick. The scientists in the story believed, correctly according to the book, that this would make the criminal feel sickened by the acts after the treatment was over. It has various side effects (such as sickness when exposed to the music of the videos) and was criticised by the narrative as it doesn't change the criminal's desires, just their potential to act.
Text fits
Save
Cancel