Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Actus Reus.
Actus Reus - as a noun
Activity that transgresses moral or civil law
Example: "He denied any wrongdoing"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
misconduct17wrongdoing16wrongful conductHypernyms (Closely Related)
activity16Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
brutalisation15brutalization24encroachment21intrusion9
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trespass10usurpation12violation12civil wrongtort4malversation17misbehavior21misbehaviour22misdeed11dereliction14malfeasance18misfeasance18malpractice19malpractice19injury16injury16iniquity20injustice18shabbiness17unfairness13infliction15evildoing14transgression14dishonesty17knavery17falsification21misrepresentationchamperty21criminal maintenancemaintenance15infringement18violation12
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Example Sentences
"In order for someone to be convicted of a crime, both actus reus and mens rea must be proven."
"The defendant's actus reus was clearly established by the video evidence."
"The prosecution presented strong evidence of actus reus in the form of fingerprint match."
"The defendant's actus reus in committing the robbery was captured on surveillance cameras."
"The actus reus of a murder case can be proven through autopsy reports and witness testimonies."