Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

list of suspects

noun phrase

/lɪst əv ˈsʌspɛkts/

Definition

A compilation of individuals who are believed to be involved in a crime or investigation.

Examples

After the robbery, the police released a list of suspects to the media.
The detective carefully narrowed down the list of suspects based on alibis and motives.

Meaning

The term ‘list of suspects’ refers to the names of people who authorities think may have committed an offense or who might have information related to a case.