Meaning of the word implicate in English

What does implicate mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

implicate

US /ˈɪm.plə.keɪt/
UK /ˈɪm.plɪ.keɪt/
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Verb

1.

to show that someone is involved in a crime or something bad

Example:
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The evidence was enough to implicate him in the robbery.
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He refused to say anything that might implicate his friends.
2.

to show that something is the cause of something else, especially something bad

Example:
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Viruses are implicated in many types of cancer.
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High fat diets have been implicated in heart disease.