indictment

/ɪnˈdaɪtmənt/
noun
  1. A formal written charge or accusation of a crime, issued by a grand jury.
    • The indictment listed several counts of theft and conspiracy.
    • He was under indictment for embezzlement but maintained his innocence.
    • The grand jury issued an indictment against the suspected fraudster.
  2. A strong criticism or condemnation of something.
    • The documentary was an indictment of the fast food industry.
    • The low test scores are a sad indictment of the school system.
    • Her speech was a powerful indictment of social inequality.
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