GRE Word List

CULPRIT

one accused of or charged with a crime

The meaning of the word culprit is one accused of or charged with a crime.

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mettlevigor and strength of spirit or temperament (see temperament
semblanceoutward and often specious appearance or show : form
elatedmarked by high spirits : exultant
annulto declare or make legally invalid or void
fulsomecharacterized by abundance : copious
corrodeto eat away by degrees as if by gnawing
paucitysmallness of number : fewness
reinstateto place again (as in possession or in a former position)
confoundto throw (a person) into confusion or perplexity
luscioushaving a delicious taste or smell : sweet