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Impeach

Verb / ˌɪˈmpi:tʃ / Another word for impeach — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To charge a public official with a crime or misconduct while in office.

Synonyms & similar words

incriminate accuse criminate accuse charge indict censure condemn reprimand rebuke criticize denounce castigate blame fault reproach chide scold upbraid berate lambaste flay

Example sentences

  1. The House of Representatives voted to impeach the President for his actions.
  2. The mayor was impeached for taking bribes.
  3. The governor was impeached for abuse of power.
  4. The judge was impeached for taking bribes.
  5. The senator was impeached for lying to the public.

Quotes

  • Impeachment is not a remedy for private wrongs; it's a method of removing someone whose continued presence in office would cause grave danger to the nation. - Charles Ruff
  • The president cannot be prosecuted for exercising his constitutional powers. But he could be impeached for abusing those powers. - Alan Dershowitz
  • If the president does something unconstitutional, he shouldn't be above the law. He should be impeached for it. - Elizabeth Warren

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