felony

• Тяжкое преступление, обычно связанное с насилием, кражей или другими серьёзными правонарушениями, наказуемое лишением свободы на срок более одного года или смертной казнью.

A serious crime, typically one involving violence, theft, or other grave offenses, punishable by imprisonment for more than one year or by death.

1. B2formallegal

   A serious crime, such as murder, robbery, or arson, typically punishable by imprisonment for more than one year or by death.

   Тяжкое преступление

   • He was convicted of a felony and sentenced to ten years in prison.
   • The suspect faces multiple felony charges, including burglary and assault.
   • In many countries, a felony conviction can result in the loss of voting rights.

   Синонимыcriminal offense

   Антонимыmisdemeanor