Meaning & Definition of word "Implicate"

Implicate

/ˈɪmplɪkeɪt/

1. To show that someone or something is involved in a crime or responsible for a problem.
- Example: The evidence collected by the detectives did not implicate anyone in the crime.
2. To imply or suggest that someone is involved in something.
- Example: Her words seemed to implicate that he was lying about his whereabouts.
3. To make necessary or entail as a consequence.
- Example: His decision to move to a new city would implicate finding a new job.
4. To involve in a way that is often unethical or illegal.
- Example: The scandal implicated several high-ranking officials in corrupt activities.

Originating from the Latin word 'implicare', meaning 'to entangle, to involve'.

implicate in:

to show that someone is involved in a particular activity or wrongdoing.

implicate someone:

to indicate that someone is responsible for something, especially a crime.

implicating evidence:

evidence that suggests involvement in wrongdoing.

implication:

The act of implying something or the conclusion that can be drawn.

implicatory:

Having the effect of implying something, usually in a deeper or hidden way.

implicated:

Involved in or connected with something, especially a crime.

Meaning: To get someone wrapped up in trouble.

Example Sentence: Don't implicate me in your schemes!

Meaning: To draw someone into a situation they weren't part of.

Example Sentence: I didn't want to implicate my friends in the mess.