prosecuting (C1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈprɒsɪkjuːtɪŋ/

Definition

To formally accuse someone of a crime and try to prove in court that they are guilty.

Examples

• The state decided to prosecute the company for environmental violations.

• They are prosecuting him for fraud and embezzlement.

• The lawyer was known for successfully prosecuting complex cases.

How to Use prosecuting

prosecute a case (collocation)

To take legal action in court to try to prove someone guilty of a crime. — "The lawyer was hired to prosecute the case on behalf of the victim."

prosecute someone for (prepositional phrase)

To formally accuse and try someone in court for a specific offense. — "The authorities decided to prosecute the officials for corruption."

prosecute a crime (collocation)

To take legal action to punish someone for committing a crime. — "The police are working to gather evidence to prosecute the crime."

Synonyms of prosecuting

Words with a similar meaning to prosecuting:

• charge
• indict
• prosecute
• arraign

Antonyms of prosecuting

Words with the opposite meaning to prosecuting:

• acquit
• exonerate

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