Indictable

usgb/ɪnˈdaɪtəbl/
adjective

Something that can be formally accused of a serious crime.

The actions of the director were indictable offences.
Visual representation of "indictable" - Something that can be formally accused of a serious crime.

Often appears as...

  • indictable offence
  • indictable crime

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Legal Gravity

Indictable is used for serious crimes that need a grand jury to decide on trial.

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Murder is an indictable offense.
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Legal Proceedings

'Indictable' implies a formal legal process where charges are presented.

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He was arrested for an indictable crime.
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Context Specific

Use 'indictable' in legal or academic contexts, not in casual conversation.

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The class discussed the indictable acts in historical cases.
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