Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
offender
noun
/əˈfɛndər/
Definition
A person who commits a crime or an illegal act.
Examples
- The court sentenced the offender to five years in prison.
- Rehabilitation programs aim to help offenders reintegrate into society.
- The offender was caught attempting to steal a car.
Meaning
An offender is someone who violates laws or rules, typically by engaging in behavior that is considered wrong or unlawful.
Synonyms
- criminal
- wrongdoer
- lawbreaker
- malefactor
