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vindicate

/vɪnˈdɪkeɪt/ verb · British & US
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What does vindicate mean?

verb

To prove or show to be justified or true; to clear of blame or suspicion. To punish or penalize someone for a wrongdoing.

Example

"The investigation was able to vindicate the accused person's innocence."

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