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Definition
Criminal, offender, or culprit who has been convicted of a crime.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to someone who has been legally convicted of a crime, carrying a formal and serious tone. It is rarely used in casual conversation to describe someone who has merely done something wrong or immoral, for which terms like 衰人 or 壞人 are preferred. In news reports or legal contexts, it is often replaced by more specific terms like 疑犯 when referring to a suspect who has not yet been convicted.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this word to describe someone who is just being annoying or breaking minor social rules, as it sounds overly dramatic and legally heavy.
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Grammar guides
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