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Meaning of incriminate
The primary meaning of the word "incriminate" is to suggest that someone is guilty of a crime or wrongdoing.
Etymology of incriminate
The word "incriminate" originated from the Latin words "in" meaning "against" and "criminate" meaning "to accuse", with the verb "criminate" being derived from "crimen" meaning "charge" or "accusation"
Historically, the word has been used in legal contexts to imply guilt or wrongdoing, with its usage dating back to the 15th century
Synonyms
accuse
blame
implicate
involve
charge
indict
prosecute
condemn
criticize
denounce
reprehend
censure
reproach
rebuke
reprove
scold
chide
admonish
reproach
incriminate
impeach
arraign
convict
sentence
penalize
punish
castigate
excoriate
vilify
defame
slander
libel
smear
tarnish
taint
stain
besmirch
blacken
Definitions
- To suggest that someone is guilty of a crime or wrongdoing
- * To serve as evidence of someone's guilt or wrongdoing
Usage Examples
- The new evidence incriminates the suspect in the murder case
- * The witness's testimony incriminates the defendant, suggesting their involvement in the crime
- * The company's financial records incriminate the CEO, indicating fraudulent activities