unprosecuted

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English[edit]

Etymology[edit]

un- +‎ prosecuted

Adjective[edit]

unprosecuted (not comparable)

  1. Not prosecuted
    We are investigating several unprosecuted offenses from the past.
    • 2009 January 3, “The Plight of the Israelis, or Palestinians, or Both”, in New York Times[1]:
      Palestinians inside of Israel do not enjoy full citizenship and are sitting ducks for attacks by Israelis that go unprosecuted.

Usage notes[edit]

  • Frequently used with go, see citations.