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indictment Synonyms

Another word for indictment

Choosing another word for indictment depends on context, so the 13 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A formal written accusation issued by a grand jury or prosecuting authority charging a person with a serious crime.

Usage Example

"The federal grand jury returned a sweeping charge charging the executives with securities fraud."

Strongest
charge
accusation
Strong
arraignment
presentment
impeachment
allegation
Weak
citation

• noun (Context 2)

A circumstance, statement, or situation that serves as a severe condemnation or proof that a system, policy, or society is deeply flawed.

Usage Example

"The high rate of childhood poverty is a damning condemnation of the region's economic policies."

Strong
condemnation
denunciation
censure
reproach
critique
criticism

Opposites of indictment

The opposite of indictment shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

exoneration
acquittal
vindication
commendation
exculpation
endorsement
tribute
absolution
See all opposites of indictment

• Nearby Words

indict
indictable
indictee
indictment
indie
indifference
indifferent

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Indictment. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/indictment
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