by
wordsmith
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Definition: an individual who is being tried or sued in court
Part of Speech: Noun
Synonym(s): accused, litigant
Antonym(s): plaintiff, accuser
Example Sentences:
1. The jury decided the defendant was guilty of all charges.
2. At the beginning of the trial, the defendant pled not guilty.
3. As the defendant, I can expect to be interrogated mercilessly by the prosecutor.
