prosecute
/ˈprɑːsɪkjuːt/
pros · e · cute
prɑːs · ɪ · kjuːt
English Definition
v. take legal action against
Significado en Español
enjuiciar, procesar
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
truy tố, kiện
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Example Sentence
She was prosecuted for theft.
她因盗窃被起诉。
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
pro(before)+secute(follow)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Select the best synonym for the word “prosecute”:
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A
indict
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B
acquit
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C
pardon
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D
excuse
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A — indict.
“prosecute” means v. take legal action against
Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)
In a court of law, the district attorney''s responsibility is to _____ those who are accused of committing crimes.
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A
prosecute
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B
defend
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C
pardon
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D
ignore
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A — prosecute.
“prosecute” means v. take legal action against
Common questions about “prosecute”
What does “prosecute” mean?
prosecute — v. take legal action against. In Chinese: 起诉，检举.
How do you pronounce “prosecute”?
prosecute is pronounced /ˈprɑːsɪkjuːt/. It breaks into 3 syllables: pros · e · cute.
How do you use “prosecute” in a sentence?
She was prosecuted for theft. (她因盗窃被起诉。)
What are synonyms for “prosecute”?
sue, indict — all close in meaning to prosecute (v. take legal action against).
Is “prosecute” an ISEE Lower-level word?
Yes. prosecute appears on the iSEE Vocab Lower list, which covers 615 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “prosecute”?
pro(before)+secute(follow)
