Definition of RECRIMINATE

recriminate

Verb

  • return an accusation against someone or engage in mutual accusations; charge in return
  • To accuse in return, state an accusation in return, make a countercharge.

Examples

  • Tom said Harry had lied, and Harry recriminated by saying Tom had manipulated him.

Origin / Etymology

From Latin recrīminātus, past participle of recrīminō.

Scrabble Score: 15

recriminate: valid Scrabble (US) TWL Word
recriminate: valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
recriminate: valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 18

recriminate: valid Words With Friends Word