Cool MateMeaning of Vote guilty
To decide that someone has committed a crime after a trial.
In simple words: To decide someone is guilty in a court.
Vote guilty in a sentence
- The jury decided to **vote guilty** after hours of deliberation.
- In a unanimous decision, the panel chose to **vote guilty**.
- The evidence presented led the jury to **vote guilty** swiftly.
How to use Vote guilty
Used specifically in a legal context. Not suitable for informal conversations. Only applicable in trials.
Grammar pattern
vote + adjective
Memory hint
Think of a jury casting their 'vote' on a 'guilty' verdict like a traffic light turning red.
Related words
Collocations with Vote guilty
- vote guilty
- jury vote
- guilty verdict
Synonyms for Vote guilty
- convict
- find guilty
- declare guilty
Opposites of Vote guilty
- vote not guilty
- acquit
Common mistakes with Vote guilty
- Confused with 'vote not guilty'
- Using in everyday conversations instead of legal contexts
- Misunderstanding the voting process in a jury
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Frequently asked questions about Vote guilty
What does Vote guilty mean?
To decide someone is guilty in a court.
What is the definition of Vote guilty?
To decide that someone has committed a crime after a trial.
How do you use Vote guilty in a sentence?
The jury decided to **vote guilty** after hours of deliberation.
Can you give another example of Vote guilty?
In a unanimous decision, the panel chose to **vote guilty**.
What are synonyms for Vote guilty?
Common alternatives include convict, find guilty, declare guilty.
What is the opposite of Vote guilty?
Opposite meanings include vote not guilty, acquit.
What words go with Vote guilty?
It commonly pairs with vote guilty, jury vote, guilty verdict.
What are common mistakes when using Vote guilty?
Confused with 'vote not guilty' Using in everyday conversations instead of legal contexts Misunderstanding the voting process in a jury
How do you pronounce Vote guilty?
US: //voʊt ˈɡɪlti//, UK: //vəʊt ˈɡɪlti//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Vote guilty formal or informal?
"Vote guilty" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.
When should I use Vote guilty?
Used specifically in a legal context. Not suitable for informal conversations. Only applicable in trials.