recriminate

verb
/ɹɪˈkɹɪmɪneɪt/

Etymology

From Latin recrīminātus, past participle of recrīminō.

  1. derived from recrīminātus

Definitions

  1. To accuse in return, state an accusation in return, make a countercharge.

    • Tom said Harry had lied, and Harry recriminated by saying Tom had manipulated him.
    • It is not my business to recriminate, hoping sufficiently to clear myself in this matter.
    • Besides, he might come and begin a string of abuse or complainings; I’m certain I should recriminate, and God knows where we should end!

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