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Felony

/ˈfeləni/ noun

Meaning

A serious crime, usually punishable by a long prison sentence.

हिंदी मेंएक गंभीर अपराध, जिसे आमतौर पर लंबी कारावास की सज़ा से दंडित किया जाता है।

Example Sentences

“Armed robbery is considered a felony.”

सशस्त्र डकैती को एक गंभीर अपराध माना जाता है।

“He was convicted of a felony.”

उसे एक गंभीर अपराध का दोषी पाया गया।

⚠ Common Mistake

More serious than a "misdemeanor" — the two terms represent different levels of crime severity.

Good to Know

Synonyms
serious crime
Antonyms
misdemeanor
Countable
countable

Written and reviewed by Maninder Thind · Last updated 17 August 2026

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