DEFENDANT
(noun, adj.)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Defendant.
How to pronounce defendant:
US
Defendant - as a noun
A person or institution against whom an action is brought in a court of law; the person being sued or accused
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
suspect11Hypernyms (Closely Related)
litigant9litigator10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
plaintiff17Defendant - as an adjective
Serving, or suitable, for defense; defensive, defending.
Example Sentences
"The defendant pleaded not guilty to the charges."
"The lawyer cross-examined the defendant."
"The defendant's alibi was refuted by multiple witnesses."
"The defendant remained silent throughout the trial."
"The judge instructed the jury to consider the defendant's actions."
Word Game Points
Is DEFENDANT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, defendant is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DEFENDANT has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is DEFENDANT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, defendant is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDEFENDANT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.
Is DEFENDANT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, defendant is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDEFENDANT has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
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