1. to officially charge someone with a crime and try to prove their guilt in court
Usage: legal
2. to continue with or carry out something, especially a plan or activity
Usage: formal

Examples

• The district attorney decided to prosecute the case.
• They will prosecute anyone caught stealing from the store.
• The government failed to prosecute the corrupt officials.
• She was prosecuted for tax evasion.
• The company plans to prosecute its expansion into new markets.
• He prosecuted his research with great determination.
• The military will prosecute the war until victory is achieved.