Impeach
/ɪmˈpiːtʃ/
Definitions
- (v.) To charge a public official with misconduct in office, initiating a formal process that may lead to removal.
The legislature moved to impeach the governor for corruption.
- (v.) To call into question the integrity or validity of a statement or witness.
The defense attorney attempted to impeach the credibility of the key witness.
Forms
- impeaches
- impeached
- impeaching
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'impeach' primarily refers to formal charges against officials but also broadly pertains to challenging evidence or testimony in court.
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