accusator

/əˈkjuːseɪtər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who accuses or charges someone with a crime or wrongdoing

“The police officer acted as an accusator in the trial, presenting evidence against the defendant.”

2. noun

A person who accuses or faults someone in general

“The accusator in the office meeting was criticized for being overly harsh in their criticism.”

3. noun

A person or thing that accuses or charges something, especially a god or a spirit, with a crime or wrongdoing

“In ancient mythology, the accusator was a figure that brought charges against the gods.”

Synonyms

  • accuser
  • denouncer
  • informant

Antonyms

  • apologist
  • defender