Meaning Of Impeachment

n.

The act of impeaching, or the state of being impeached

n.

Hindrance; impediment; obstruction.

n.

A calling to account; arraignment; especially, of a public officer for maladministration.

n.

A calling in question as to purity of motives, rectitude of conduct, credibility, etc.; accusation; reproach; as, an impeachment of motives.