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