misdemean

Meanings

• noun

  A minor offense, typically against a law regulating conduct or behavior, which is usually punishable by a fine, a period of imprisonment not exceeding one year, or both.

  - "He was charged with a misdemeanor for jaywalking."
  - "She was given a warning for this misdemeanor, but the next offense would result in a fine."
  - "The misdemeanor of loitering in this area is taken very seriously by law enforcement."

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Rhymes

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scene , lean , mean , glean , dean , lean

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Variants

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misdemeanor , misdemeanors , misdemeanour , misdemeanours

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Etymology

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Originated from the Old French term 'misdeien' which means 'to do wrong' or 'to offend'.

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Trivia

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1. In some jurisdictions, a misdemeanor is referred to as a 'petty offense'.

2. The term 'misdemeanor' comes from the Middle English term 'misdeden', which means 'evil deed'.

3. In the United States, misdemeanors are typically classified as Class A, Class B, or Class C offenses, with Class A misdemeanors being the most serious.

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Related Concepts

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1. felony: A more serious crime, typically punishable by imprisonment for more than one year.

2. infraction: A violation of a law or rule, typically one that is less serious than a misdemeanor or felony.

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Culture

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In literature, misdemeanors are often used as plot devices to create conflict or tension. In art, misdemeanors have been depicted as symbols of rebellion or nonconformity. In music, songs have been written about misdemeanors and the consequences of committing them.

How to Memorize "misdemean"

1. mnemonics
   

   - Remember, a misdemeanor is a 'minor' offense that can still have 'major' consequences.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'misdemeanor' with the word 'misdeed', as they are related in meaning.

3. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person being warned for a misdemeanor by a law enforcement officer.

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