vindication

noun

vin·​di·​ca·​tion ˌvin-də-ˈkā-shən 

: an act of vindicating : the state of being vindicated

specifically : justification against denial or censure : defense

Synonyms of vindication

• pardon
• clearing
• forgiveness
• acquittal
• exoneration

Examples of vindication in a Sentence

recanted testimony that resulted in a long-overdue vindication

Recent Examples on the Web

The report provides vindication for economists like Apollo’s Torsten Slok, who have stayed bullish despite widespread pessimism. —Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 11 Feb. 2026

For the team at Skyfall, the exchange served as a vindication, demonstrating Ukraine’s ability to out-engineer the Russians in one of the most crucial weapons in this war. —Simon Shuster, The Atlantic, 10 Feb. 2026

Harrison treated it as karmic vindication for trading Luka Doncic a few months earlier, for enduring the outrage from the Dallas community and the criticism from media, rival front offices and fans nationally. —Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 6 Feb. 2026

Defensive tackle Leonard Williams is understanding of the vindication Lawrence feels. —Calvin Watkins feb. 2, Dallas Morning News, 2 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for vindication

• abdication
• aberration
• abjuration
• abnegation
• abrogation
• acceptation
• acclamation
• acclimation
• accusation
• activation
• actuation
• acylation