Definition

The quality or state of being related to serious crimes or felonies.

Example

The feloniousness of his actions led to a lengthy prison sentence.

Conversation

Did you hear about that movie with the main character's feloniousness?

Yeah, it really showed how he struggled with his choices.

It made me think about how easy it is to go down the wrong path.

Definitely! It's a powerful reminder of the consequences we face.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Feloniousness → It is formed from "felonious" (from Old French *felon*, meaning treacherous or villainous) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "feloniousness" refers to the state of being treacherous or villainous, particularly in a legal context relating to serious crimes.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'felon' which describes someone who commits serious crimes, and remember that 'feloniousness' refers to the quality of being a felon.

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