BusinessAugust 18, 2026

incriminate

in-KRIM-uh-nayt

Definition

To make someone appear guilty of a crime or wrongdoing.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin word 'incriminare', which is formed from 'in-' (into) and 'crimen' (a charge or fault). It entered English in the 16th century to describe the act of accusing or involving someone in a legal charge.

In the news

In the article, the subject of a tender investigation refused to answer questions before a commission because doing so could incriminate himself, potentially leading to his own criminal prosecution.

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