indict

The word for accusing someone of breaking the law. 



Word Structure

in-DAYHT

Sentence Examples

He broke the law and was indicted.

The grand jury voted to indict.

The da asked the judge to indict.

Semantic Relatives

Accuse

Charge

Crime

Impeach

Prosecute

Trial



Textbook

Explore American Democracy Chapter 8 by Attainment

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