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exculpated

/ɛksˈkʌlpɪtɪd/ verb · British & US
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What does exculpated mean?

verb

To clear or discharge from a charge or accusation, or to free from blame or responsibility. To prove or show that someone is not guilty of a crime or fault.

Example

"The new evidence exculpated the defendant, and the charges were dropped."

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