To clear, as from an accusation or suspicion: Definition of vindicate verb in oxford advanced learner's dictionary. See examples of vindicate used in a sentence.
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They have evidence that will vindicate [= exonerate] her.
She will be completely vindicated by the evidence. To clear, as from an accusation, imputation, suspicion, or the like. There are 12 meanings listed in oed's entry for the verb vindicate, four of which are labelled obsolete. Some common synonyms of vindicate are absolve, acquit, exculpate, and exonerate.
If a person or their decisions, actions, or ideas are vindicated, they are proved to be correct, after people have said that they were wrong. To uphold or justify by. See ‘meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.
