Definition

A person who has been released from prison before completing their sentence, usually under specific conditions that they must follow.

Example

The parolee must check in with their parole officer regularly as part of their release agreement.

Conversation

Did you hear about Jake? He's now a parolee.

Yeah, I heard he got out last week.

I hope he can turn his life around as a parolee.

Me too! It's a tough road, but he has support now.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Parolee is formed from "parole" (from French, meaning word or promise) and the suffix "-ee" (meaning a person who is the recipient of an action). A parolee is a person who is released from prison on the promise of good behavior, thus receiving a second chance based on a verbal commitment.

Memory Tip

Think of 'parole' as a promise or word given, and '-ee' indicating a person who receives that promise. A parolee is someone who has been given a second chance based on their word.

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