Prosecution

/pɹˌɒsɪkjˈuːʃən/

/ˌpɹɑsəkˈjuʃən/

Prosecution

the process of bringing someone to court in an attempt to prove their guilt

antonyms : defense

the lawyers acting for the state to put the case against the defendant

antonyms : defense

the continuance of something begun with a view to its completion

synonyms : pursuance

Examples

1. It seems like a slam dunk for the prosecution: your client confessed to the crime.

2. The court will hear the evidence presented by the prosecution.

3. The truth is that the prosecution hasn't got a leg to stand on now that their key witness has been discredited in court.

4. In a criminal trial, the prosecution bears the burden of proof to demonstrate the guilt of the accused beyond a reasonable doubt.