prosecute

(verb)

verb

1. conduct a prosecution in a court of law

Definition categories: social, act, move

2. bring a criminal action against (in a trial)

- The State of California prosecuted O.J. Simpson

Definition categories: social

3. carry out or participate in an activity; be involved in

Similar word(s): engage, pursue

Definition categories: social, act, move

Sentences with prosecute as a verb:

- to prosecute a man for trespass, or for a riot

- to prosecute a right or a claim in a court of law

- to prosecute a scheme, hope, or claim