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misdemeanor Synonyms

Another word for misdemeanor

Choosing another word for misdemeanor depends on context, so the 10 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A minor criminal offense that is less serious than a felony and typically punishable by a fine, probation, or brief incarceration in a local jail.

Usage Example

"Trespassing on the construction site was classified as a offense, resulting in community service and a modest fine."

Strong
offense
infraction
violation
delict

• noun (Context 2)

An instance of minor wrongdoing, bad behavior, or social misconduct.

Usage Example

"The teacher overlooked the student's minor misdeed of whispering during the assembly."

Strongest
misdeed
Strong
peccadillo
transgression
indiscretion
misbehavior
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Opposites of misdemeanor

The opposite of misdemeanor shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

felony
See all opposites of misdemeanor

• Nearby Words

misdefine
misdeliver
misdelivery
misdemeanor
misdescribe
misdevelopment
misdiagnose

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Misdemeanor. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/misdemeanor
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