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PROSECUTION

(noun)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Prosecution.

Prosecution - as a noun

The institution and conduct of legal proceedings against a defendant for criminal behavior

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
criminal prosecution
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
action8action at lawlegal action
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
defense11

The lawyers acting for the state to put the case against the defendant

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
defense11

The continuance of something begun with a view to its completion

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pursuance13

Example Sentences

"The prosecution presented evidence that the defendant was at the crime scene."
"The prosecution called several witnesses to testify."
"The prosecution argued that the defendant's actions constituted first-degree murder."
"The defense attorney cross-examined the prosecution's key witness."
"The prosecution filed charges against the suspect."
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Word Game Points

Is PROSECUTION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, prosecution is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PROSECUTION has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is PROSECUTION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, prosecution is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PROSECUTION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is PROSECUTION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, prosecution is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PROSECUTION has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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