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Defendant

dəˈfɛndənt
Very common
~ 1800
~ 1800, Very common
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
A person or entity against whom a legal action is brought, especially in a court of law., A person who is accused or suspected of committing a crime., A person or group that is being criticized, challenged, or opposed in a non-legal context.

Defendant - Meanings

A person or entity against whom a legal action is brought, especially in a court of law.

Example: The defendant pleaded not guilty to the charges.
Usage: formalContext: legal proceedings
Note: In legal contexts, the defendant is the party defending against a claim made by the plaintiff.

A person who is accused or suspected of committing a crime.

Example: The police arrested the defendant in connection with the robbery.
Usage: formalContext: criminal justice system
Note: The term 'defendant' is often used in criminal cases to refer to the person accused of a crime.

A person or group that is being criticized, challenged, or opposed in a non-legal context.

Example: The company was the defendant in a series of scathing reviews.
Usage: formalContext: business or public relations
Note: This usage is more metaphorical and can refer to entities facing criticism or opposition.

Defendant's synonyms

accused

An accused person is someone who has been formally charged with a crime or offense.
Example: The accused pleaded not guilty to the charges.
Note: Accused is more commonly used in legal contexts and implies a formal accusation of wrongdoing.

respondent

A respondent is a person who responds to a legal action or claim brought against them.
Example: The respondent filed a counterclaim in response to the plaintiff's lawsuit.
Note: Respondent is often used in the context of civil law, particularly in cases where someone is responding to a lawsuit or petition.

suspect

A suspect is a person believed to be involved in a crime or illegal activity, but who has not yet been charged.
Example: The suspect was taken into custody for further questioning.
Note: Suspect is used when there is a belief or suspicion of involvement in a crime, but formal charges may not have been filed yet.

accused party

An accused party refers to a person or entity that has been accused of wrongdoing in a legal proceeding.
Example: The accused party presented their defense in court.
Note: Accused party emphasizes that the accused is a party involved in a legal dispute or case.

Defendant expressions, common phrases

In the defendant's shoes

This phrase means to imagine oneself in the position of the defendant, considering their circumstances or emotions.
Example: If you were in the defendant's shoes, how would you feel?
Note: This phrase focuses on empathy and understanding rather than legal guilt or innocence.

Point the finger at the defendant

To accuse or blame the defendant for a crime or wrongdoing.
Example: The prosecution tried to point the finger at the defendant, but the evidence was inconclusive.
Note: This phrase implies assigning responsibility or guilt rather than the legal status of being a defendant.

Stand trial as a defendant

To participate in a legal proceeding as the person defending against a legal action or accusation.
Example: The accused will stand trial as a defendant next week.
Note: This phrase specifically refers to the legal process of being a defendant in a trial.

Defendant's rights

The legal entitlements and protections granted to an individual accused of a crime.
Example: The defense attorney emphasized the importance of protecting the defendant's rights.
Note: This phrase highlights the legal protections and privileges afforded to a defendant in a court of law.

Allege the defendant's innocence

To claim or assert that the defendant is not guilty of the charges brought against them.
Example: The defense team will allege the defendant's innocence during the trial.
Note: This phrase focuses on the assertion of innocence rather than the general status of being a defendant.

Defendant's counsel

The legal representative or team providing defense for the defendant in a legal proceeding.
Example: The defendant's counsel presented a strong case in court.
Note: This phrase specifically refers to the legal representation of the defendant rather than the defendant themselves.

Defendant's alibi

Evidence or testimony that proves the defendant was elsewhere at the time of the alleged crime.
Example: The defendant's alibi was confirmed by multiple witnesses.
Note: This phrase refers to a specific defense strategy related to proving the defendant's absence during the crime.

Defendant everyday (slang) expressions

Defendant

The original term referring to a person being accused or sued in a court of law.
Example: The defendant pleaded not guilty to the charges.
Note: N/A

Perp

Short for perpetrator, often used informally to refer to someone who has committed a crime.
Example: The officers arrested the perp at the scene of the crime.
Note: Informal and often used in casual speech.

Guilty party

Term used to identify the individual responsible for an offense or wrongdoing.
Example: The attorney cross-examined the guilty party to uncover the truth.
Note: Focuses on acknowledging responsibility for the actions.

Criminal

Word used to describe a person who has been found guilty of committing a crime.
Example: The criminal was sentenced to 10 years in prison.
Note: Generally refers to a person convicted of a crime.

Perpetrator

Term used to designate the person who carries out an illegal or harmful act.
Example: The police are still searching for the perpetrator of the robbery.
Note: Emphasizes the action of committing the offense.

Defendant - Examples

The defendant pleaded not guilty.
The plaintiff sued the defendant for damages.
The defendant's lawyer argued that there was not enough evidence.

Defendant grammar

Defendant - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: defendant
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): defendants
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): defendant
Syllables, Separation and Stress
defendant Contains 3 syllables: de • fen • dant
Phonetic transcription: di-ˈfen-dənt
de fen dant , di ˈfen dənt (The red syllable is stressed)

Defendant - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
defendant: ~ 1800 (Very common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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