incriminatory

[/ɪnˈkrɪmɪnətɔːri/]
adjective
incriminatório
1. Serving to incriminate; tending to suggest guilt or involvement in a crime
The incriminatory evidence presented by the prosecutor was compelling.
A prova incriminatória apresentada pelo promotor foi convincente.
2. Of, relating to, or constituting incrimination
His incriminatory remarks during the interrogation damaged his defense.
Suas observações incriminatórias durante o interrogatório prejudicaram sua defesa.
This term is primarily used in legal and forensic contexts in both Brazilian Portuguese and English-speaking countries. It carries significant weight in criminal proceedings and legal discourse, often determining case outcomes.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
inculpatoryincriminatingdamagingcompromisingaccusatorycondemning
Antonyms / Antônimos
exculpatoryexoneratingvindicatingexculpatinginnocent

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
incriminatório
Standard usage in legal contexts
Portugal
incriminatório
Same usage as Brazil; formal legal term
São Paulo
incriminador
Alternative form occasionally used in legal documents

Related Words

incriminateincriminationevidenceculpabilityguiltaccusation

Related Idioms & Phrases

incriminatory evidence
incriminatory statement
incriminatory testimony
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