Felony
/ˈfɛləni/
Synonyms
- crime
- offense
- wrongdoing
- lawbreaking
- transgression
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.