unindicted

/ʌnɪnˈdɪktɪd/

Definitions

1. adjective

Not mentioned or included in an indictment or accusation; not charged with a crime.

“The company was criticized for hiring an unindicted executive with a history of shady business deals.”

2. noun

A person not mentioned in an indictment or accusation; a person not charged with a crime.

“The unindicted co-conspirator was revealed in court documents to have played a significant role in the scandal.”

Synonyms

  • uncharged
  • untried

Antonyms

  • convicted
  • indicted