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misdemeanor

noun
/ˌmɪsdɪˈmiːnər/

Meaning

A minor wrongdoing or criminal offense that is less serious than a felony.

Example Sentences

He was fined for a misdemeanor involving public disturbance.

Synonyms

offense, violation, infraction, misdeed, wrongdoing

Antonyms

felony, obedience, compliance

Collocations

commit a misdemeanor, charged with a misdemeanor, petty misdemeanor, minor misdemeanor

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