Misdemeanor(noun)
A minor criminal offense, less serious than a felony.
Hindi meaning:लघु अपराध
Synonyms: Minor offense, Petty crime, Infraction, Violation
Antonyms: Felony, Major crime, Serious offense, Capital offense
Example: Shoplifting small items is often treated as a misdemeanor in many legal systems.
Trick to remember: Mis + demeanor = galat behavior; jab galat kaam chhota level ka ho to use misdemeanor bolte hain.
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