felon

Definition of "felon"
  1. An individual found guilty of a severe crime warranting a jail sentence or, in extreme instances, capital punishment
How to use "felon" in a sentence
  1. After his conviction, he was declared a felon and served five years in prison.
  2. As a felon, she was prohibited from owning firearms.
  3. Once released from prison, the felon faced numerous societal and legal challenges.

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