vindication

vindication

noun

Definition of VINDICATION

a setting free from a charge of wrongdoing <recanted testimony that resulted in a long-overdue vindication>

Synonyms clearing, exculpation, exoneration, vindication

Related Words absolution, condonation, forgiveness, pardon, remission; atonement, expiation; compurgation; whitewash

Near Antonyms accusation, arraignment, impeachment, incrimination, indictment; prosecution; castigation, censure, condemnation, denunciation

Antonyms conviction