misdemeanor (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: /mɪs.dɪˈmiː.nər/
Definition
A minor crime or offense that is less serious than a felony and is punishable by a fine or a short jail sentence.
Examples
The shoplifter was charged with a misdemeanor.
He pleaded guilty to the misdemeanor and paid a fine.
Driving without a license is a common misdemeanor in many places.
How to Use misdemeanor
- commit a misdemeanor (collocation)
- To perform an illegal act that is classified as a misdemeanor. — "The teenager was caught trying to commit a misdemeanor at the store."
- charge with a misdemeanor (prepositional phrase)
- To formally accuse someone of committing a misdemeanor. — "The police decided to charge him with a misdemeanor instead of a felony."
- plead guilty to a misdemeanor (prepositional phrase)
- To admit guilt for a misdemeanor in court. — "He will plead guilty to a misdemeanor to get a lighter sentence."
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