Question

Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word:

INDICT

• A. Condemn
• B. Reprimand
• C. Accuse
• D. Allege

Answer 1

The correct option is C Accuse

The given word 'indict' in terms of a grand jury means: 'to bring a formal accusation against, as a means of bringing to trial'.

From the options, Option C: 'accuse' best expresses the meaning of the given word. Hence option C is correct.

Option A: 'Condemn' means 'to express strong disapproval of'.

Option B: Similarly, 'reprimand' also means 'to express strong disapproval of'.

Option D: 'Allege' means 'to declare something without proof or facts'.

These words do not mean the same as the given word, hence options A, B and D are incorrect.