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accuser

uh-KYOO-zuh

Accuser (noun) means a person who accuses someone of wrongdoing. Example: “The defendant had the right to face his accuser in court.”

noun
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A person who accuses someone of wrongdoing.
"The defendant had the right to face his accuser in court."

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In plain EnglishThe person making an accusation against someone else.

Word forms

accusers plural

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Frequently asked questions

What does “accuser” mean?

The word “accuser” means a person who accuses someone of wrongdoing. In plain terms, the person making an accusation against someone else.

How do you pronounce “accuser”?

“Accuser” is pronounced uh-KYOO-zuh (/əˈkju.zɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “accuser” in a sentence?

Here is “accuser” used in a sentence: “The defendant had the right to face his accuser in court.”

What part of speech is “accuser”?

“Accuser” is a noun.

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