Pronunciation guide

How to pronounce indict

in-DITE - two syllables, rhyming with 'invite'; the 'c' is silent

US/ɪnˈdaɪt/

ɪndaɪt

UK/ɪnˈdaɪt/

ɪndaɪt

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Common mistake

The 'c' is silent - 'in-DITE', not 'in-DIKT'.

What “indict” means

To accuse of wrongdoing; charge.

To make a formal accusation or indictment for a crime against (a party) by the findings of a jury, especially a grand jury.

In a sentence

  • The investigation could indict several officials for corruption.
  • A grand jury may indict the suspect on multiple counts of fraud.

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