Perpetrate
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈpɜː(ɹ).pəˌtɹeɪt/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Perpetrate is a verb meaning (transitive) To be guilty of, or responsible for a crime etc; to commit.
Meaning
(transitive) To be guilty of, or responsible for a crime etc; to commit.
Example Sentences
perpetrate a murder
What Polina is good for is to fall head over ears in love. That is MY opinion. Look at her—especially when she is sitting alone, and plunged in thought. All this was pre-ordained and foretold, and is accursed. Polina could perpetrate any mad act. She—she—But who called me by name?" I broke off.
Word Forms
- perpetrates
- perpetrating
- perpetrated
Synonyms for perpetrate
Depending on context, synonyms include pull, commit.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include commit, pull, committed, engage, inflict, practise.
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