indictable Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. adjective satellite liable to be accused, or cause for such liability
    chargeable.
    • the suspect was chargeable
    • an indictable offense

WordNet

In*dict"a*ble adjective
Definitions
  1. Capable of being, or liable to be, indicted; subject to indictment; as, an indictable offender or offense.

Webster 1913