Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
perpetrate
verb
/ˈpɜːrpəˌtreɪt/
Definition
To carry out or commit something, typically an illegal or wrongful act.
Examples
- The criminals planned to perpetrate a series of bank robberies.
- Unfortunately, many scams are perpetrated against unsuspecting victims.
- She didn’t intend to perpetrate a fraud, but her actions had unintended consequences.
Meaning
The term ‘perpetrate’ refers to the act of committing a crime or doing something that is considered wrong or harmful.
Synonyms
- commit
- execute
- carry out
- engage in
