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Meaning of indictment
The primary meaning of the word "indictment" is a formal statement of charges against someone.
Etymology of indictment
The word "indictment" has its roots in the 15th century, derived from the Old French word "enditement," which is a combination of "enditer," meaning "to accuse," and the suffix "-ment," indicating a result or process. This Old French term is itself derived from the Latin "indictare," meaning "to declare" or "to proclaim."
Synonyms
accusation
allegation
charge
complaint
condemnation
criticism
denunciation
lawsuit
prosecution
arraignment
blame
censure
citation
conviction
damnation
denunciation
impeachment
incrimination
lawsuit
prosecution
rebuke
reprimand
reproach
sentence
summons
verdict
Definitions
- A formal accusation of a crime, typically one that is serious: the indictment charged him with murder
- * A severe criticism or condemnation: the report was a scathing indictment of the government's policies
Usage Examples
- The grand jury returned an indictment against the CEO for financial fraud.
- * The documentary was a powerful indictment of the social and economic systems that perpetuate inequality.