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Wordabulary

accuse

Pronunciation
Verb A2 Elementary

Quick answer

To say that someone has done something wrong or illegal.

"He accused his neighbor of letting the dog dig up the garden."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

Usage notes

"Accuse" is followed by "of," as in "accuse someone of lying."

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "He _____ his neighbor of letting the dog dig up the garden."

Answer: accuse

In your own words, what does "accuse" mean?

To say that someone has done something wrong or illegal.

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