offender

Definitions

A person who commits an illegal act or breaks a law.

A person or thing that causes annoyance, discomfort, or a problem.

Examples

The repeat offender was sentenced to five years in prison for his latest crime.

The city implemented a new program to help the first-time offender reintegrate into society.

Synonyms

criminal wrongdoer culprit lawbreaker delinquent transgressor perpetrator

Antonyms

innocent law-abiding citizen saint victim model citizen upright person