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Indictment (Noun)

A formal document written for a prosecuting attorney charging a person with some offense.

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

The indictment against the defendant included charges of theft, vandalism, and disorderly conduct.
After months of investigation, the grand jury returned a multi-count indictment against the corporation.
Prosecutors secured a 12-count indictment against the former government official on charges of bribery and corruption.
A federal grand jury issued an indictment charging the individual with mail fraud and tax evasion.
The judge dismissed part of the indictment, ruling that key evidence was obtained without a proper warrant.

An accusation of wrongdoing; "the book is an indictment of modern philosophy".

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

The documentary serves as a scathing indictment of the government's handling of the crisis.
Her novel is a powerful indictment of the social injustices faced by marginalized communities.
The whistleblower's testimony was a damning indictment of corporate greed and corruption.
The book is a biting indictment of the education system, highlighting its many flaws and shortcomings.
The artist's latest exhibition is a thought-provoking indictment of consumer culture and its effects on society.