indictable
|in-dict-a-ble|
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/ɪnˈdaɪtəbəl/
capable of being charged
Etymology
Etymology Information
'indictable' originates from the Latin word 'indictare,' where 'in-' meant 'in' and 'dictare' meant 'to declare.'
Historical Evolution
'indictare' transformed into the Old French word 'enditer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'indict' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to declare or proclaim,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'capable of being charged with a crime.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
capable of being charged with a crime or offense that is serious enough to warrant a formal accusation.
The crime was considered indictable, leading to a formal charge.
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Last updated: 2025/05/31 21:49