accuse
Translation
to accuse, to charge, to blame
Examples
She accused him of stealing her wallet.
She accused him of stealing her wallet.
He was formally accused of murder.
He was formally accused of murder.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) ((of sth.)) to blame (sb.) for (sth.) She accused him of theft.
((sb.)) ((of -ing)) to blame (sb.) for doing (sth.) They accused her of lying.
Similar Words
Synonyms: charge, blame, indict; Antonyms: defend, praise, absolve
Etymology
From Latin 'accusare' (to call to account), from 'ad-' (to) + 'causa' (cause, lawsuit).
Memory Tips
Imagine pointing a finger and saying 'I ac-CUSE you!' to remember the meaning of blaming someone.