This is the 207th most frequent Dutch word.
verdachte
The Dutch word "verdachte" means "suspect" in English.
In this sentence, 'verdachte' is used as a noun to refer to an individual who is suspected of involvement in a crime.
De verdachte werd gearresteerd door de politie.
The suspect was arrested by the police.
'Verdacht' here is an adjective meaning suspicious, indicating that the situation appears questionable or concerning.
Die situatie ziet er verdacht uit.
That situation looks suspicious.
Here, 'verdacht' serves as a past tense form of the verb 'verdenken,' meaning 'to suspect,' and shows action attributed to the subject of the sentence.