Definition of malefactor
1
: one who commits an offense against the law
especially
: felon
He favors harsh punishment for chronic malefactors.
2
: one who does ill toward another
a sinister malefactor abusing his power — Iron Age
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The first known use of malefactor was in the 15th century
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