Indict and Justify

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Indict verb - To make a claim of wrongdoing against.

Usage example: the grand jury could indict the mayor for fraud and embezzlement

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Justify is an antonym for indict.

Nearby Words: indictment, indictable, indicting

Justify verb - To be an acceptable reason for.

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Indict is an antonym for justify.

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