Vocabulary Entry

prosecute

|verb • noun

verb

To initiate and conduct legal proceedings against someone.

Example Sentences

"The state decided to prosecute the suspect for theft."

"She was determined to prosecute the case to the fullest extent of the law."

"If the evidence is strong enough, they will prosecute the offender."

noun

Example Sentences

"The prosecution presented compelling evidence during the trial."

"He served as a witness for the prosecution in the high-profile case."

"The prosecution's argument was met with skepticism from the jury."