adj
felonious
fə-lō'nē-əs
adj
1
Relating to or having the character of a felony; done with criminal intent.
"He was charged with felonious assault."
How to Use Felonious
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe adjective form of "felony" — describing acts serious and criminal enough to count as one.
When to use it
Mostly a legal/formal term; rarely used outside charge sheets and court reporting.
Word Forms
more felonious comparative, most felonious superlative
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