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exculpation

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of exculpation

a setting free from a charge of wrongdoing

  • evidence that might bring about the exculpation of the defendant
Synonyms of exculpation

acquittal, clearing, exoneration, vindication
Words Related to exculpation

absolution, condonation, forgiveness, pardon, remission

atonement, expiation

compurgation

whitewash
Near Antonyms of exculpation

accusation, arraignment, impeachment, incrimination, indictment

prosecution

castigation, censure, condemnation, denunciation
Antonyms of exculpation

conviction

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