indictment indictment /ˌɪnˈdaɪtmənt/

noun

1. () A formal document written for a prosecuting attorney charging a person with some offense  ( bill of indictment , indictment )
   a formal document written for a prosecuting attorney charging a person with some offense
   
2. () An accusation of wrongdoing  ( indictment )
   an accusation of wrongdoing
    The book is an indictment of modern philosophy
   the book is an indictment of modern philosophy