Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Synonyms

Question:

Select the word closest in meaning to the word:- Indict

Options:

Exonerate

Praise

Accuse

Ignore

Correct Answer:

Accuse

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (3) → Accuse

  • Indict (Verb) means to formally accuse or charge someone with a serious crime, especially in a legal setting by a grand jury.

  • Accuse (Verb) means to charge (someone) with an offense or crime; to state that someone is responsible for a fault or wrongdoing. This is the closest synonym.

Other Options: 

  • Exonerate means to officially absolve (someone) from blame for a fault or wrongdoing. This is the opposite (antonym) of Indict.

  • Praise means to express warm approval or admiration. (Unrelated).

  • Ignore means to refuse to take notice of or acknowledge. (Unrelated).