C2nounUK spelling: misdemeanourformallawcrime
US/ˌmɪs.dɪˈmiː.nər/
UK/ˌmɪs.dɪˈmiː.nə/
a crime that is not very serious; also a small act of bad behavior
In context
Shoplifting a small item is usually treated as a misdemeanor in the US.
He pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor and paid a fine.
The newspaper reported every small misdemeanor of the young prince.
Words that go with misdemeanor
verb + preposition
- charged with a misdemeanorThe protesters were charged with a misdemeanor and released.
- plead guilty to a misdemeanorHe agreed to plead guilty to a misdemeanor to avoid trial.
adjective + noun
- minor misdemeanorIt was only a minor misdemeanor, so she was not arrested.
- past misdemeanorsThe candidate apologized for his past misdemeanors.
noun + noun
- misdemeanor chargeThe judge dropped the misdemeanor charge.