misdemean

[US]/ˌmɪs.dɪˈmiːn/
[UK]/ˌmɪs.dɪˈmin/

Translation

v.to behave improperly or unlawfully
Word Forms
Third Person Singularmisdemeans
Present Participlemisdemeaning
Past Tensemisdemeaned
Past Participlemisdemeaned

Phrases & Collocations

misdemean charge

misdemean offense

misdemean conviction

misdemean plea

misdemean trial

misdemean record

misdemean sentence

misdemean fine

misdemean law

misdemean case

Example Sentences

he was charged with a misdemeanor for public intoxication.

she received a fine for committing a misdemeanor.

the judge decided to dismiss the misdemeanor charges.

many people believe that a misdemeanor is less serious than a felony.

he had a history of misdemeanors that affected his job prospects.

the police warned him that misdemeanors could lead to more serious consequences.

she was surprised to learn that her misdemeanor record could be expunged.

community service is often a penalty for a misdemeanor conviction.

his misdemeanor conviction made it difficult to travel abroad.

understanding the difference between a misdemeanor and a felony is important.

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