Synonyms for

Misdemeanor

Verb / ˌmɪsdʌˈmi:nɜ: / Another word for misdemeanor — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a minor wrongdoing, typically one that does not result in serious harm

Synonyms & similar words

violation infraction misdemeanour infringement offense infraction violation breach misconduct misdeed wrongdoing crime transgression fault error slip lapse blunder mistake indiscretion impropriety infringement trespass

Synonyms by register

Formal

infraction offense violation misdeed

Informal

petty crime minor offense small crime low-level offense

Literary

transgression misdeed fault

Antonyms

felony major crime serious offense grave transgression capital offense infraction

Common collocations

  • petty misdemeanor
  • serious misdemeanor
  • minor misdemeanor
  • misdemeanor charge
  • misdemeanor offense
  • misdemeanor case
  • misdemeanor conviction

Word family

noun misdemeanor
adjective misdemeanant

Usage note

A misdemeanor is a less serious crime than a felony. It is often used in legal contexts and refers to a criminal offense.

Example sentences

  1. She was charged with a misdemeanor for littering.
  2. He committed a misdemeanor by stealing a candy bar from the store.
  3. The police officer gave him a ticket for his misdemeanor of driving without a license.
  4. She was let off with a warning for her misdemeanor of jaywalking.
  5. He was fired from his job for committing a misdemeanor of embezzlement.

Quotes

  • A misdemeanor is a crime that you can still get out of doing.
  • A misdemeanor is a small crime that you do not get in big trouble for.
  • A misdemeanor is a little bad thing that you do that is not very serious.

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