Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

meliante

Noun
meh-lee-AHN-chee
Definition
A person who is involved in illegal activities, especially crimes or wrongdoing.
Examples
  • The authorities caught the meliante red-handed while attempting to rob a bank.
  • As a journalist, it is essential to report on the actions of the meliante in the community.
Meaning
The term ‘meliante’ refers to an individual who commits acts that are against the law, typically associated with crime or questionable behavior.
Synonyms
  • criminal
  • offender
  • wrongdoer
  • delinquent