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exculpate

verb
/ˈɛkskʌlpeɪt/

Meaning

to show or declare that someone is not guilty of wrongdoing

Example Sentences

The lawyer worked hard to exculpate his client.

Synonyms

absolve, acquit, vindicate, exonerate

Antonyms

accuse, blame, convict

Collocations

exculpate someone, attempt to exculpate, evidence exculpates

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