perpetrator (Meaning)

Wordnet

perpetrator (n)

someone who perpetrates wrongdoing

Webster

perpetrator (n.)

One who perpetrates; esp., one who commits an offense or crime.

perpetrator Sentence Examples

  1. The perpetrator of the crime was identified as a known criminal with a history of violence.
  2. The perpetrator fled the scene immediately after committing the act.
  3. The police are searching for the perpetrator who is still at large.
  4. The perpetrator's motive for the attack remains unknown.
  5. The victim's family is seeking justice against the perpetrator.
  6. The perpetrator's actions have left the community shaken and fearful.
  7. The perpetrator was caught on camera committing the offense.
  8. The prosecutor presented overwhelming evidence against the perpetrator.
  9. The perpetrator was sentenced to a lengthy prison term.
  10. The perpetrator's rights were respected throughout the legal process.

FAQs About the word perpetrator

someone who perpetrates wrongdoingOne who perpetrates; esp., one who commits an offense or crime.

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The perpetrator of the crime was identified as a known criminal with a history of violence.

The perpetrator fled the scene immediately after committing the act.

The police are searching for the perpetrator who is still at large.

The perpetrator's motive for the attack remains unknown.