How to Pronounce "implicate"
word
ˈɪmpɫɪˌkeɪt
IM-plih-kayt
ˈɪmplɪkˌeɪt
IM-plih-kayt
Definition
To show or suggest that someone is involved in a crime or a bad situation; can also mean to show involvement or connection to something negative.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɪmpɫɪˌkeɪt
British English
ˈɪmplɪkˌeɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
IM-plih-kayt
UK
IM-plih-kayt
Listen in Context
The police found evidence that could implicate him in the robbery.
No one wanted to implicate their friend in the cheating scandal.
New evidence may implicate other people in the case.
His fingerprints on the door could easily implicate him.