nonfelony

/nɑnˈfɛləni/

Definitions

1. noun

A crime that is not a felony.

“The charge was downgraded from a felony to a nonfelony, allowing the defendant to be eligible for parole.”

2. adjective

Not serious or severe enough to be considered a felony.

“The nonfelony offense carried a lighter sentence than the original felony charge.”

Synonyms

  • lesser offense
  • misdemeanor

Antonyms

  • felony
  • serious offense