prosecutor

/prəˈsɛktər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person authorized to conduct legal proceedings on behalf of the state in a court of law, especially in the United States.

“The prosecutor presented a strong case against the defendant.”

2. verb

To charge or prosecute someone with a crime.

“The police prosecutor the suspect with theft.”

3. noun

A person who conducts a formal investigation into a matter.

“The prosecutor investigated the allegations of misconduct.”

Synonyms

  • advocate
  • attorney
  • counselor
  • lawyer
  • procurator

Antonyms

  • defender
  • lawyer
  • procurator