Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
acquitting
verb
/əˈkwɪtɪŋ/
Definition
The action of deciding not to blame someone for a crime, often resulting in a verdict of not guilty in a court of law.
Examples
- The jury spent several hours deliberating before acquitting the defendant.
- After the trial, the judge announced the acquitting of all charges against her.
- Witness testimonies were crucial in acquitting the accused.
Meaning
In legal contexts, acquitting refers to the process where a person is declared innocent of charges against them after a trial. It means that the evidence presented was not sufficient to prove their guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.
Synonyms
- absolving
- exonerating
- clearing
- discharging
