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PROSECUTE

(verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Prosecute.

How to pronounce prosecute:

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Prosecute - as a verb

Conduct a prosecution in a court of law

Bring a criminal action against (in a trial)

Example: "The state of california prosecuted o.j. simpson"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
defend

Carry out or participate in an activity; be involved in

Example: "She pursued many activities"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
engagepursue
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
actmove
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The district attorney decided to prosecute the suspect for the crime."
"The police gathered enough evidence to prosecute the gang members."
"The lawyer successfully prosecuted the case and won a conviction."
"The government has the power to prosecute individuals who evade taxes."
"He was prosecuted for stealing confidential information from the company."
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Word Game Points

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

PROSECUTE has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

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

Is PROSECUTE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, prosecute is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PROSECUTE has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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