prosecute

Definitions

To institute or conduct legal proceedings against a person or organization.

To carry out or perform an action, project, or undertaking to its completion.

Examples

The district attorney decided to prosecute the suspect for the robbery.

The government has the authority to prosecute individuals who violate environmental regulations.

Synonyms

indict litigate sue arraign charge pursue try

Antonyms

acquit exonerate pardon absolve drop charges defend exculpate