Faux pas and Misdemeanor

Faux pas

Faux pas noun - A socially improper or unsuitable act or remark.

Misdemeanor and faux pas are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Misdemeanor" instead a noun phrase "Faux pas".

Misdemeanor

Misdemeanor noun - A crime less serious than a felony.
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Synonyms for Misdemeanor

Faux pas and misdemeanor are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Faux pas" instead a noun "Misdemeanor".

Nearby Word: misdemeanour

Both terms in one sentence

  • Felony Misdemeanor: Among the transgenic crowd, wearing a hat is a major faux pas.
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