Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

disculpate

verb
/dɪsˈkʌl.peɪt/
Definition
To clear someone from blame; to exonerate.
Examples
  • The lawyer worked tirelessly to disculpate her client.
  • In his testimony, he attempted to disculpate himself from the accusations.
  • She hoped the evidence would disculpate her friend from the false charges.
Meaning
The act of freeing someone from guilt or responsibility for an action or event.
Synonyms
  • exonerate
  • absolve
  • vindicate
  • clear