What is another word for Indictment? - 203 Indictment Synonyms

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According to Merriam-Webster, an indictment is "a formal written statement charging someone with a crime" or "a severe criticism or condemnation".

The Cambridge Dictionary defines indictment as "an official statement that someone is guilty of a crime" or "a strong and formal criticism of someone or something".
The Oxford Dictionary states that an indictment is "a formal accusation of a crime, typically made by a grand jury" or "a severe criticism or condemnation, especially one that is formal or official".

The company faced an indictment for violating environmental regulations.
The politician's scandal led to a public indictment of her character.
The grand jury returned an indictment against the defendant, charging him with multiple counts of fraud.
The book is an indictment of the social and economic systems that perpetuate inequality.
The artist's work is an indictment of the government's policies, highlighting the suffering of marginalized communities.

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