Antonyms of adj law-abiding

1 sense of law-abiding

Sense 1
law-abiding, observant -- ((of individuals) adhering strictly to laws and rules and customs; "law-abiding citizens"; "observant of the speed limit")

INDIRECT (VIA lawful) -> unlawful -- (contrary to or prohibited by or defiant of law; "unlawful measures"; "unlawful money"; "unlawful hunters")

Similarity of adj law-abiding

1 sense of law-abiding

Sense 1
law-abiding, observant -- ((of individuals) adhering strictly to laws and rules and customs; "law-abiding citizens"; "observant of the speed limit")
       => lawful (vs. unlawful) -- (conformable to or allowed by law; "lawful methods of dissent")

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