Accusing
/əˈkjuːzɪŋ/
Definitions
- (adj.) Characterized by or containing an assertion that someone has committed a fault or crime.
The accusing tone of the witness unsettled the defendant.
- (v.) Present participle of accuse, referring to the act of charging someone with wrongdoing.
She is accusing the company of breach of contract.
Forms
- accuse
- accused
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Commentary
As an adjective, 'accusing' describes a tone or expression implying blame; as a verb, it is the present participle of 'accuse,' used in ongoing contexts.
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