accuse (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /əˈkjuːz/

Definition

To claim that someone has done something wrong or illegal.

Examples

• He was accused of cheating on the exam.

• The report accused the company of polluting the river.

• She didn't accuse anyone directly, but her tone suggested guilt.

How to Use accuse

accuse someone of something (prepositional phrase)

To state that someone is responsible for a wrongdoing. — "They accused the driver of speeding."

Synonyms of accuse

Words with a similar meaning to accuse:

• blame
• charge
• implicate
• censure

Antonyms of accuse

Words with the opposite meaning to accuse:

• defend
• exonerate

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