endict

/ɛndɪkt/

Definitions

1. verb

to condemn or sentence (someone) to a particular fate or condition; to pronounce (a judgment) against someone or something.

“The court was prepared to endict the defendant for his crimes.”

2. verb

to condemn or sentence (something) to a particular fate or condition.

“The community was prepared to endict the corrupt business practices.”

3. verb

to pronounce (a judgment) against someone or something.

“The jury was prepared to endict the guilty verdict.”

Synonyms

  • condemn
  • pronounce
  • sentence

Antonyms

  • acquit
  • exonerate