1. To bring an accusation against; level a charge against; SYN. impeach, incriminate, criminate.
2. Blame for, make a claim of wrongdoing or misbehavior against

To sue or prosecute at law.

Accuse.

1. To bring a criminal action against (in a trial):
2. To carry out or participate in an activity; be involved in; SYN. engage, pursue.
3. To conduct a prosecution in a court of law.

(Homonym: sou, Sioux).
To institute legal proceedings against; file a suit against; SYN. litigate, process.