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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WordMeaning
punyslight or inferior in power, size, or importance : weak
conveyancethe action of conveying
awean emotion variously combining dread, veneration, and wonder that is inspired by authority or by the sacred or sublime
quivera case for carrying or holding arrows
ultimatuma final proposition, condition, or demand
invoketo petition for help or support
genuflectto bend the knee
acquittala setting free from the charge of an offense by verdict, sentence, or other legal process
heedlessnot taking heed : inconsiderate
headfirstwith the head foremost