Rule
The verb accuse is always followed by the preposition of.
Accuse + someone + of + crime/wrongdoing
Meaning
Accuse of means to say that someone has committed a crime or done something wrong.
Examples:
Common Errors (Frequently Asked in Competitive Exams)
❌ accused for stealing
❌ accused with stealing
❌ accused to stealing
❌ accused about stealing
✅ accused of stealing
Trick
Memorize these common Verb + Preposition combinations:
Accuse of → He was accused of stealing the money.
Convict of → The court convicted him of murder.
Suspect of → The police suspected her of fraud.
Blame for → He was blamed for the mistake.
Charge with → The police charged him with theft.
Exam Tip: Don't confuse these similar verbs:
Accuse → OF (Always)
✔ Accused of theft
✔ Accused of cheating
✔ Accused of lying
✔ Accused of corruption