Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
prosecution
noun
/ˌprɑːsɪˈkjuːʃən/
Definition
The act of conducting legal proceedings against someone in a court of law.
Examples
- The prosecution presented strong evidence against the defendant.
- During the trial, the prosecution argued that the suspect had motives to commit the crime.
- She worked as a prosecutor, dedicating her career to ensuring justice was served.
Meaning
Prosecution refers to the process by which legal action is taken against a person accused of a crime in order to bring them to justice.
Synonyms
- legal action
- litigation
- case
- trial
