indictment (Meaning)
indictment (n)
a formal document written for a prosecuting attorney charging a person with some offense
an accusation of wrongdoing
indictment (n.)
The act of indicting, or the state of being indicted.
The formal statement of an offense, as framed by the prosecuting authority of the State, and found by the grand jury.
An accusation in general; a formal accusation.
Synonyms & Antonyms of indictment
indictment Sentence Examples
- The grand jury's indictment accused the former governor of bribery and obstruction of justice.
- The indictment detailed the defendant's alleged role in a multi-year embezzlement scheme.
- Despite the serious nature of the charges, the indictment did not include any evidence against the accused.
- The defense team argued that the indictment was politically motivated and should be dismissed.
- The judge ruled that the indictment was valid and the case would proceed to trial.
- The indictment sparked a media frenzy, with speculation about the defendant's guilt and possible motives.
- The public reacted with shock and outrage to the damning allegations contained within the indictment.
- The indictment led to the defendant's resignation from public office and loss of support from former allies.
- The trial resulting from the indictment was closely watched by legal experts, who predicted a lengthy and complex legal battle.
- The indictment ultimately resulted in a conviction and a significant prison sentence for the defendant.
FAQs About the word indictment
a formal document written for a prosecuting attorney charging a person with some offense, an accusation of wrongdoingThe act of indicting, or the state of being
count, accusation, charge, allegation,complaint, plea, rap, denunciation, condemnation, recrimination
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The grand jury's indictment accused the former governor of bribery and obstruction of justice.
The indictment detailed the defendant's alleged role in a multi-year embezzlement scheme.
Despite the serious nature of the charges, the indictment did not include any evidence against the accused.
The defense team argued that the indictment was politically motivated and should be dismissed.
