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Definitions from the WebComplicityDefinitionnoun A state of being involved with others in an activity that is unlawful, immoral, or deceitful. Sense 1noun A partnership or collaboration in committing a crime or wrongdoing. Example sentence: He was found guilty of complicity in the robbery, despite his claims of innocence. Sense 2noun An association or involvement in a dishonest or unethical act. Example sentence: The complicity of the company's executives in the cover-up scandal was revealed by a whistleblower. Sense 3noun An understanding or support of someone else's wrongdoing without directly participating in it. Example sentence: By remaining silent, she showed complicity with her friend's cheating during the exam. Sense 4noun The quality of being an accomplice; involvement in illegal activities. Example sentence: The gang members were arrested for their complicity in drug trafficking. Sense 5noun A state of involvement or association in a harmful plan or action. Example sentence: The government's complicity in covering up environmental pollution sparked public outrage. | ||||
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