Impeach

Pronunciation: /ˌɪmˈpiːtʃ/

Impeach (verb)

  1. To formally accuse a public official of serious wrongdoing, starting a process that may lead to removal from their job.
  2. To bring a formal charge against someone in authority, usually as the first step in a legal or political process.

Examples

  • The lawmakers impeach the minister to remove from office.
  • They impeach the mayor to remove from office.