Synonyms of vindication

vindication

noun

ˌvin-də-ˈkā-shən 

as in pardon

a setting free from a charge of wrongdoing

recanted testimony that resulted in a long-overdue vindication

Synonyms & Similar Words

• pardon
• clearing
• forgiveness
• acquittal
• exoneration
• exculpation
• absolution
• remission
• atonement
• expiation
• condonation
• compurgation
• whitewash

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• conviction
• indictment
• accusation
• prosecution
• impeachment
• incrimination
• condemnation
• arraignment
• denunciation
• censure
• castigation

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of vindication

Perhaps this season can serve as a bit of vindication for Marmol, who senses a shift in how his fan base perceives him. — Katie Woo, New York Times, 13 July 2026

Bryan Sullivan, a lawyer for Jonasi, called the decision a vindication of his client’s right to free speech. — Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 11 July 2026

Trump paying this judgement is in some small way a vindication of those ideals; then there will be more consequences to come. — New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 10 July 2026

Instead, much of the rest of the soccer world will likely feel vindication – and more than a little bit of satisfaction at American humiliation on such a huge stage. — Kevin Dotson, CNN Money, 6 July 2026