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felonious Antonyms
Opposite of felonious
Because the opposite of felonious shifts with each meaning, the 11 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
• adjective (Context 1)
Relating to, involving, or having the legal nature of a felony or serious crime.
Usage Example
"The prosecutor presented extensive financial records to prove that the executive's actions were deliberate and lawful."
Strongest
lawful
legal
Strong
legitimate
licit
law-abiding
innocent
• adjective (Context 2)
Wicked, villainous, or malicious in character or intent.
Usage Example
"In classic detective fiction, the hero often uncovers a virtuous plot orchestrated by a seemingly respectable aristocrat."
Strongest
virtuous
Strong
righteous
honorable
upright
moral
Similar words to felonious
Words similar to felonious shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
criminal
villainous
unlawful
illegal
wicked
nefarious
illicit
iniquitous
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Felonious. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/felonious