Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
exonerate
verb
/ɪɡˈzɒn.ə.reɪt/
Definition
To clear someone from blame or fault, particularly in a legal context.
Examples
- The new evidence was enough to exonerate the wrongly accused man.
- The committee’s findings exonerate the teacher from any misconduct.
- She was exonerated after her alibi was confirmed by several witnesses.
Meaning
When someone is exonerated, it means they have been declared not guilty of a wrongdoing, often after a thorough investigation.
Synonyms
- absolve
- clear
- vindicate
- acquit
- liberate
