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    Felony

    /ˈfɛləni/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    A serious crime that is typically punishable by imprisonment for more than one year or by death.
    Burglary is considered a felony and can result in significant jail time.
    An offense that is more severe than a misdemeanor.
    He was charged with a felony for his involvement in drug trafficking.
    A crime that often requires a trial by jury and can lead to loss of certain civil rights.
    After being convicted of a felony, he was unable to vote in future elections.

    Etymology

    Middle English 'felonie,' from Old French 'félonie,' from Latin 'felonia.'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    repeat felony:
    To commit a felony again after being convicted of a previous felony.
    felony murder:
    A legal rule that allows a person to be charged with murder if a death occurs during the commission of a felony.
    felony conviction:
    A formal declaration that a person is guilty of a felony.

    Related Words

    misdemeanor
    A lesser crime than a felony, usually punishable by fines or imprisonment for less than one year.
    crime
    An act committed in violation of a law prohibiting it.
    offense
    A breach of a law or rule; an illegal act.

    Slang Meanings

    A big deal or serious problem, often used in a casual context.
    Getting caught with drugs is a felony, dude, you don't want to mess with that.
    Referring to someone's trouble with the law, often humorously.
    He's got a felony on his record but still thinks he can get away with anything.