inculpate
/ɪŋkʌlˈpeɪt/Definitions
1. verb
to accuse or charge (someone) with a crime or offense
“The police officer aimed to inculpate the suspect in the murder case.”
2. verb
to bring a charge of crime or offense against (someone)
“The prosecution sought to inculpate the defendant in the embezzlement scandal.”
3. noun
the act of accusing or charging someone with a crime or offense
“The inculpation of the accused was a major controversy in the trial.”
4. noun
the act of proving or establishing someone’s guilt
“The inculpation of the defendant was based on strong evidence.”