Perpetrated: meaning, definitions and examples

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perpetrated

 

[ ˈpɜːrpətreɪtɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

criminal activity

The term 'perpetrated' refers to the act of carrying out or committing an illegal or wrongful act. It is commonly used in the context of crimes, where an individual or group executes a harmful deed, such as fraud, violence, or theft. The word implies a sense of intention and premeditation behind the action. It is often associated with serious offenses and is utilized in legal discussions to define the actions of offenders.

Synonyms

carried out, committed, executed, performed

Examples of usage

  • The crime was perpetrated late at night.
  • She was charged for the fraud she perpetrated.
  • The vandalism was perpetrated by a group of teenagers.

Translations

Translations of the word "perpetrated" in other languages:

🇵🇹 perpetrado

🇮🇳 अपराध किया हुआ

🇩🇪 verübt

🇮🇩 dilakukan

🇺🇦 вчинений

🇵🇱 popełniony

🇯🇵 行われた

🇫🇷 perpétré

🇪🇸 perpetrado

🇹🇷 işlenmiş

🇰🇷 행해진

🇸🇦 مُرتَكَب

🇨🇿 spáchaný

🇸🇰 spáchaný

🇨🇳 实施的

🇸🇮 storjen

🇮🇸 framið

🇰🇿 жасалған

🇬🇪 ჩადენილი

🇦🇿 icra olunmuş

🇲🇽 perpetrado

Word origin

The word 'perpetrated' comes from the Latin verb 'perpetrare', which means 'to carry out' or 'to achieve'. It is derived from 'per-' meaning 'through', and 'patrare', which means 'to accomplish' or 'to perform'. The usage of the term in English increased around the late 18th century, particularly in legal contexts to describe wrongful acts. Over time, 'perpetrated' became a general term used in various discussions surrounding crime and misconduct, illustrating the action of engaging in behavior that breaks legal or moral codes. Its evolution reflects a growing emphasis on accountability and the identification of responsible parties in criminal acts.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,318, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.