
Felon
Serious Crime
Use 'felon' for crimes like robbery or assault, not minor offenses like traffic violations.

The individual became a felon after committing armed robbery.
Legal Connotation
'Felon' carries a judicial weight and is not used casually.

After the trial, the judge declared the defendant a felon.
Negative Label
'Felon' can stigmatize individuals; be cautious of context.

He's trying to rebuild his life after being labeled a felon.
Compare with
ConvictCriminalCulpritDelinquentLawbreakerMalefactorOffenderPerpetratorWrongdoer
WordUp Chrome Extension
As you browse the web instantly look up words you don’t know.
Get Chrome Extension