Meaning of Implicate
To show that someone is involved in a crime or wrongdoing.
In simple words: to show that someone is involved in a crime or problem
Implicate in a sentence
- The evidence seems to __implicate__ several officials in the scandal.
- Witnesses could __implicate__ him in the crime if they testify.
- The report did not __implicate__ any employees directly.
How to use Implicate
Used in legal contexts or when discussing someone's involvement. Avoid in casual conversations unless necessary.
Grammar pattern
implicate + object
Memory hint
Sounds like 'in-pli-kate' — imagine a court case where someone is getting tangled in legal issues.
Related words
Collocations with Implicate
- implicate someone
- implicate in a crime
- possibly implicate
Opposites of Implicate
- exonerate
- absolve
Common mistakes with Implicate
- Confused with 'imply' — 'implicate' means to show involvement, while 'imply' means to suggest.
- Using the wrong verb form, e.g., 'implicated with' instead of 'implicated in.'
Implicate appears in
Implicate in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
يتورط
لإظهار أن شخصًا ما متورط في جريمة أو مشكلة
- Bengaliবাংলা
জড়ানো
কাউকে কোনো অপরাধ বা সমস্যায় জড়িত দেখানো
- GermanDeutsch
verwickeln, belasten
zeigen, dass jemand in ein Verbrechen oder ein Problem verwickelt ist
- SpanishEspañol
Implicar
mostrar que alguien está involucrado en un crimen o problema
- Persianفارسی
مربوط کردن، متهم کردن
نشان دادن اینکه کسی در یک جرم یا مشکل دخیل است
- FrenchFrançais
Impliquer
montrer que quelqu'un est mêlé à un crime ou à un problème
- Hindiहिन्दी
शामिल करना
यह दिखाना कि कोई व्यक्ति किसी अपराध या समस्या में शामिल है
- ItalianItaliano
Coinvolgere, implicare
far capire che qualcuno è dentro a un guaio o un crimine
- PortuguesePortuguês
Envolver, Implicar
mostrar que alguém está metido num crime ou problema
- RussianРусский
Вмешивать, уличать
показывать, что кто-то замешан в преступлении или проблеме
- Urduاردو
مُلَوِّث کرنا، ملوث کرنا
کسی کو جرم یا مسئلے میں ملوث ظاہر کرنا
- Chinese中文
牵连
显示某人涉及犯罪或问题
More words like Implicate
- Involve
- Connect
- AbandonB2
To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- AbilityA2
the fact that somebody/something is able to do something
- AbruptB1
Happening suddenly and unexpectedly.
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
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Frequently asked questions about Implicate
What does Implicate mean?
to show that someone is involved in a crime or problem
What is the definition of Implicate?
To show that someone is involved in a crime or wrongdoing.
How do you use Implicate in a sentence?
The evidence seems to __implicate__ several officials in the scandal.
Can you give another example of Implicate?
Witnesses could __implicate__ him in the crime if they testify.
What are synonyms for Implicate?
Common alternatives include incriminate, involve, connect, entangle, impugn.
What is the opposite of Implicate?
Opposite meanings include exonerate, absolve.
What words go with Implicate?
It commonly pairs with implicate someone, implicate in a crime, possibly implicate.
What are common mistakes when using Implicate?
Confused with 'imply' — 'implicate' means to show involvement, while 'imply' means to suggest. Using the wrong verb form, e.g., 'implicated with' instead of 'implicated in.'
How do you pronounce Implicate?
US: //ˈɪmplɪkeɪt//, UK: //ˈɪmplɪkeɪt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Implicate?
Used in legal contexts or when discussing someone's involvement. Avoid in casual conversations unless necessary.
What CEFR level is Implicate?
"Implicate" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.
