Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
accused
noun
/əˈkjuːzd/
Definition
A person who is charged with a crime in a court of law.
Examples
- The accused stood nervously in front of the judge.
- In the trial, the accused maintained his innocence.
Meaning
The term refers to someone who is alleged to have committed an offense and is facing legal proceedings.
Synonyms
- defendant
- suspect
- offender
- alleged criminal
