vindication

noun

vin·​di·​ca·​tion ˌvin-də-ˈkā-shən How to pronounce vindication (audio)
: an act of vindicating : the state of being vindicated
specifically : justification against denial or censure : defense

Examples of vindication in a Sentence

recanted testimony that resulted in a long-overdue vindication
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Today's decision is a vindication and reassertion of the proper role of the federal courts in our constitutional system. Peter Aitken, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 June 2025 Victory over Pyramids would have been further vindication for Cardoso’s methods, but a stoppage-time equaliser for the visitors in Pretoria in the first leg proved damaging. Simon Hughes, New York Times, 7 June 2025 That was vindication for placing second a year ago. Steve Brand, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 June 2025 Victory was the ultimate vindication in Arsenal’s appointment of head coach Renée Slegers. Asif Burhan, Forbes.com, 24 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for vindication

Word History

First Known Use

1613, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of vindication was in 1613

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“Vindication.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vindication. Accessed 11 Jul. 2025.

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