What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
inculpated
Example
The detective inculpated the suspect in the murder case. [inculpated: verb]
Example
He was inculpated for the theft of the jewelry. [inculpated: past tense]
incriminate
Example
The fingerprints found at the scene incriminated the suspect. [incriminated: verb]
Example
The witness's testimony incriminated the defendant. [incriminated: past tense]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Incriminate is more commonly used than inculpate in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between inculpated and incriminate?
Inculpate is more formal than incriminate and is typically used in legal contexts.
