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Definition the accused in American English

the accused noun

noun
/əˈkjuzd/
1

a specific person who is accused of a crime in a court of law

Example

The accused sat quietly while the charges were read out.

Example

The accused have all pleaded not guilty.

Synonyms and related words
aggrieved aggrieved party alibi
1.1

any person who is accused of a crime in a court of law

Example

When an accused is facing numerous charges, it is not uncommon for the defense to offer a reduced plea to some of these.

Definition the accused in American English