prosecute
= to bring a criminal case against someone (i.e., to take legal action in court), usually on behalf of the government
The lawyer will prosecute the suspect for stolen trade secrets.
Mark read about how prosecutors prosecute bribery in business.
Susan hopes the court will prosecute the theft at the campus store.
The university may prosecute the vandal if they identify him.
Some synonyms and antonyms for “prosecute”:
Synonyms:
charge
try
bring to court
pursue legally
Antonyms:
dismiss
exonerate
free
drop charges
Choose the correct meaning of the word “prosecute,” which means “to try a person in court for a crime.”
A) Mark will prosecute the thief.
B) Mark will prosecute his miles.
C) Susan will prosecute coffee.
D) Susan will prosecute new friends.
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