Accusatorysuggesting that a person did something wrong is an adjectivea word that describes a noun or pronoun used for language, tone, or behaviorthe way someone acts or conducts themself that suggests blame or an accusation. It often describes words, looks, or comments that make someone seem guilty or at fault.
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Pronunciation
AI-generated pronunciation audio (OpenAI).
Accent: General American English
IPA: /əˈkjuzəˌtɔri/
Easy pronunciation: uh-KYOO-zuh-TOR-ee (approximate spelling).
Stress: Primary stress on KYOO and secondary stress on TOR.
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Accusatory Meaning
showing blame or suggesting that someone did something wrong
Part of speech: adjective
Definition: containing or expressing accusation
Example: She gave him an accusatory look when he arrived late.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- accusing — A direct and natural substitute when something sounds like an accusation.
- accusative — A dictionary synonym, but less common in everyday use.
- accusive — A rare synonym with the same basic sense, but not commonly used.
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Accusatory Synonyms
Similar Meaning
- accusing
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Common Mistakes
- People sometimes confuse accusatory with accusation, but accusatory is the adjective.
- Accusatory does not mean simply critical; it specifically implies blame or an implied accusation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does accusatory mean?
Accusatory means suggesting blame or expressing an accusation.
What are synonyms for accusatory?
A strong everyday synonym is accusing. Less common dictionary synonyms include accusative and accusive.
How is accusatory used in a sentence?
For example: She gave him an accusatory look when he arrived late.
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