felony

Meanings

• noun

  A serious crime, especially one punishable by imprisonment.

  - "The thief was charged with grand larceny, a felony."
  - "He was sentenced to ten years in prison for the felony."

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Rhymes

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penalty , benevolence , reliance , dependence , insolence

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Variants

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felonies , felony

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Etymology

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From Middle English felonie, from Old French felonie, from fel, felon 'evil-doer, malefactor, villain'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'felony' comes from the Old French word 'felon', meaning 'evil-doer' or 'malefactor'.

2. Felonies are typically more serious crimes than misdemeanors and can result in longer prison sentences.

3. In some states, certain types of felonies can result in the loss of certain civil rights, such as the right to vote or own a firearm.

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Related Concepts

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1. Misdemeanor: A less serious crime than a felony, usually punishable by a fine or short jail sentence.

2. Crime: An act of violence or harm against another person or property.

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Culture

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In literature and art, felony often represents a moral transgression or a violation of societal norms. It is a common theme in crime novels and films.

How to Memorize "felony"

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   - Imagine a person being arrested for committing a serious crime. Visualize the scene of the crime, the police officers, and the suspect being taken away in handcuffs.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'felony' with the idea of a serious crime that results in imprisonment.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the phrase 'Felony Feels Like Finding Fish In a Forest' to help remember the meaning of the word.

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