Cool MateMeaning of Defendant
A person accused of a crime in a court of law.
In simple words: A person in a legal case who is accused of a crime.
Defendant in a sentence
- The defendant was anxious as the jury listened to the testimonies.
- In the courtroom, the defendant stood up to address the judge.
- The attorney argued passionately on behalf of the defendant.
- After much deliberation, the defendant was found not guilty.
- During the trial, the defendant maintained their innocence throughout.
How to use Defendant
Used in legal contexts. Less common in everyday conversation. It's important to differentiate from 'plaintiff', who brings a case.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of 'defend' in 'defendant' – the person needing defense in court.
Related words
Collocations with Defendant
- criminal defendant
- civil defendant
- defendant's rights
- defendant in court
- defendant's attorney
Synonyms for Defendant
- accused
- respondent
- litigant
- defensive party
Common mistakes with Defendant
- Confused with 'complainant', which is the person initiating the case.
- Using it in non-legal contexts incorrectly.
- Mispronouncing the term in casual conversation.
Defendant appears in
Defendant in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
المُدَّعَى عليه
الشخص في قضية قانونية المتهم بجريمة.
- Bengaliবাংলা
আসামী
মামলার একজন ব্যক্তি যার বিরুদ্ধে অভিযোগ আনা হয়েছে।
- GermanDeutsch
Angeklagter
Jemand, der in einem Gerichtsverfahren beschuldigt wird, etwas Illegales getan zu haben.
- SpanishEspañol
Demandado
La persona a la que se acusa de algo en un juicio.
- Persianفارسی
متهم
شخصی در یک پرونده حقوقی که به جرمی متهم شده است.
- FrenchFrançais
Defendant
La personne dans une affaire juridique qui est accusée d'un crime.
- Hindiहिन्दी
प्रतिवादी
कानूनी मामले में वह व्यक्ति जिस पर किसी अपराध का आरोप लगाया गया हो।
- ItalianItaliano
Imputato
La persona in un caso legale che è accusata di un crimine.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Réu
Pessoa em um processo judicial que é acusada de um crime.
- RussianРусский
Подсудимый, Ответчик
Человек, которого обвиняют в преступлении в суде.
- Urduاردو
ملزم
ایک قانونی مقدمے میں وہ شخص جس پر جرم کا الزام لگایا گیا ہو۔
- Chinese中文
被告
在法律案件中被指控犯罪的人。
More s like Defendant
- Accused
- ProbeC1
A device or tool used for exploration or investigation.
- EvidenceA2
Information or signs that help to prove something.
- AmbushB1
A surprise attack from a hidden position.
- HomicideB1
The deliberate and unlawful killing of one person by another.
- NarcoticC2
A drug that dulls the senses and relieves pain, often leading to sleep.
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Frequently asked questions about Defendant
What does Defendant mean?
A person in a legal case who is accused of a crime.
What is the definition of Defendant?
A person accused of a crime in a court of law.
How do you use Defendant in a sentence?
The defendant was anxious as the jury listened to the testimonies.
Can you give another example of Defendant?
In the courtroom, the defendant stood up to address the judge.
What are synonyms for Defendant?
Common alternatives include accused, respondent, litigant, defensive party.
What words go with Defendant?
It commonly pairs with criminal defendant, civil defendant, defendant's rights, defendant in court, defendant's attorney.
What are common mistakes when using Defendant?
Confused with 'complainant', which is the person initiating the case. Using it in non-legal contexts incorrectly. Mispronouncing the term in casual conversation.
How do you pronounce Defendant?
US: //dɪˈfɛndənt//, UK: //dɪˈfɛndənt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Defendant formal or informal?
"Defendant" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.
When should I use Defendant?
Used in legal contexts. Less common in everyday conversation. It's important to differentiate from 'plaintiff', who brings a case.