acquittal
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noun \ə-ˈkwi-təl\Definition of ACQUITTAL
: a setting free from the charge of an offense by verdict, sentence, or other legal process
See Examples of ACQUITTAL
- The case resulted in acquittal of the defendant.
- Several jurors voted for acquittal.
- The case resulted in an acquittal of the defendant.
First Known Use of ACQUITTAL
15th century
Related to ACQUITTAL
- Synonyms
- clearing, exculpation, exoneration, vindication
- Antonyms
- conviction
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