What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
accuser
Example
The accuser claimed that the defendant had stolen their car. [accuser: noun]
Example
She was accused of cheating on the test by her accuser. [accuser: noun]
prosecutor
Example
The prosecutor presented the evidence to the jury in the trial. [prosecutor: noun]
Example
The prosecutor argued that the defendant was guilty of the crime. [prosecutor: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Prosecutor is more commonly used than accuser in legal contexts and formal language. Accuser is less common and may be used in informal contexts or in news reporting.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between accuser and prosecutor?
Prosecutor is a formal term used in legal proceedings, while accuser is less formal and may be used in everyday language or informal settings.
