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")