Cool MateMeaning of Prosecution
the process of trying to prove in court that somebody is guilty of a crime (= of prosecuting them); the process of being officially charged with a crime in court
In simple words: The act of taking someone to court for a crime.
Prosecution in a sentence
- Prosecution for a first minor offence rarely leads to imprisonment.
- He threatened to bring a private prosecution against the doctor.
- He was a **witness for the prosecution**.
- The prosecution has/have failed to prove its/their case.
- defence and prosecution
- a prosecution lawyer
How to use Prosecution
Generally used in legal contexts. Appropriate when discussing legal actions, courtroom procedures, or justice systems. Not commonly used in casual conversations about general topics.
Grammar pattern
prosecution + of + object
Memory hint
Think of 'pro-secute' — a lawyer is seeking justice in a public court.
Related words
Collocations with Prosecution
Synonyms for Prosecution
- legal action
- litigation
- trial
- case
- criminal charges
Opposites of Prosecution
Common mistakes with Prosecution
- Confused with 'persecution', which involves mistreatment rather than legal actions.
- Using 'prosecution' in non-legal contexts, leading to misunderstanding.
- Omitting the 'of' when mentioning the subject being prosecuted.
Prosecution appears in
Prosecution in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
الادعاء
إجراء ملاحقة شخص ما قضائياً بسبب جريمة.
- Bengaliবাংলা
অভিযোগ
কাউকে অপরাধের জন্য আদালতে নিয়ে যাওয়ার কাজ।
- GermanDeutsch
Strafverfolgung
Der Akt, jemanden wegen eines Verbrechens vor Gericht zu bringen.
- SpanishEspañol
Acusación
El acto de llevar a alguien a juicio por un delito.
- Persianفارسی
دادستانی، پیگرد قانونی
اقدام برای بردن کسی به دادگاه به خاطر یک جرم.
- FrenchFrançais
Poursuites judiciaires
L'acte de traduire quelqu'un en justice pour un crime.
- Hindiहिन्दी
अभियोजन
किसी अपराध के लिए किसी को अदालत में ले जाने की क्रिया।
- ItalianItaliano
Azione penale, Pubblica accusa
L'atto di portare qualcuno in tribunale per un crimine.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Acusação, Ministério Público
O ato de levar alguém a tribunal por um crime.
- RussianРусский
Обвинение
Процесс привлечения кого-либо к суду за преступление.
- Urduاردو
فوجداری
کسی پر جرم کی وجہ سے عدالت میں مقدمہ چلانا۔
- Chinese中文
起诉
把某人因犯罪告上法庭的行为。
More words like Prosecution
- Litigation
The process of taking a case to court to settle a dispute.
- TrialB2
a formal examination of evidence in court by a judge and often a jury, to decide if somebody accused of a crime is guilty or not
- Case
- AbolishC1
To formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution.
- AbortionC1
the deliberate ending of a pregnancy at an early stage
- 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 Prosecution
What does Prosecution mean?
The act of taking someone to court for a crime.
What is the definition of Prosecution?
the process of trying to prove in court that somebody is guilty of a crime (= of prosecuting them); the process of being officially charged with a crime in court
How do you use Prosecution in a sentence?
Prosecution for a first minor offence rarely leads to imprisonment.
Can you give another example of Prosecution?
He threatened to bring a private prosecution against the doctor.
What are synonyms for Prosecution?
Common alternatives include legal action, litigation, trial, case, criminal charges.
What is the opposite of Prosecution?
Opposite meanings include defense.
What words go with Prosecution?
It commonly pairs with criminal, federal, private, bring, initiate, be liable to, prosecution against, prosecution for, immunity from prosecution, prove something, allege something, claim something, case, evidence, counsel, for the prosecution.
What are common mistakes when using Prosecution?
Confused with 'persecution', which involves mistreatment rather than legal actions. Using 'prosecution' in non-legal contexts, leading to misunderstanding. Omitting the 'of' when mentioning the subject being prosecuted.
How do you pronounce Prosecution?
US: /["/ˌprɑːsɪˈkjuːʃn/"]/, UK: /["/ˌprɒsɪˈkjuːʃn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Prosecution formal or informal?
"Prosecution" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.
When should I use Prosecution?
Generally used in legal contexts. Appropriate when discussing legal actions, courtroom procedures, or justice systems. Not commonly used in casual conversations about general topics.
What CEFR level is Prosecution?
"Prosecution" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.