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DEFENDANT

(noun, adj.)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Defendant.

How to pronounce defendant:

US

Defendant - as a noun

A person or institution against whom an action is brought in a court of law; the person being sued or accused

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
suspect
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
litigantlitigator
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
plaintiff

Defendant - as an adjective

Serving, or suitable, for defense; defensive, defending.

Example Sentences

"The defendant pleaded not guilty to the charges."
"The lawyer cross-examined the defendant."
"The defendant's alibi was refuted by multiple witnesses."
"The defendant remained silent throughout the trial."
"The judge instructed the jury to consider the defendant's actions."
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Word Game Points

Is DEFENDANT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, defendant is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DEFENDANT has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is DEFENDANT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, defendant is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DEFENDANT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is DEFENDANT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, defendant is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DEFENDANT has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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