Exculpation — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb noun /ˈek-(ˌ)skəl-ˌpāt/ (verb) /ˌself-ˌek-(ˌ)skəl-ˈpā-shən/ (noun) ex·cul·pate

Meaning & Definition of Exculpation

Exculpation (verb)

  1. to clear from alleged fault or guilt

Exculpation (noun)

  1. the act or an instance of exculpating oneself, the act or an instance of clearing oneself from alleged fault or guilt

Exculpation (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a setting free from a charge of wrongdoing

    "evidence that might bring about the exculpation of the defendant"

    similar: acquittal, clearing, exoneration, vindication
    related: absolution, condonation, forgiveness, pardon, remission, atonement, expiation, compurgation, whitewash
    opposite: conviction
    near: accusation, arraignment, impeachment, incrimination, indictment, prosecution, castigation, censure, condemnation, denunciation

Related Entry: Exculpate (verb)

Exculpate is a different word from Exculpation. The synonyms below are for exculpate, not for exculpation.

  1. to free from a charge of wrongdoing

    "I will present evidence that will exculpate my client"

    similar: absolve, acquit, clear, exonerate, vindicate
    related: atone (for), expiate, discharge, liberate, redeem, release, unburden, condone, excuse, whitewash, forgive, pardon, remit, avenge, redress, revenge
    opposite: criminate, incriminate
    near: accuse, arraign, charge, impeach, indict, convict

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Exculpation

The most common words with a similar meaning to Exculpation:

acquittal, clearing, exoneration, vindication

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Exculpation

Words with the opposite meaning of Exculpation:

conviction

Related Words for Exculpation

absolution, condonation, forgiveness, pardon, remission, atonement, expiation, compurgation, whitewash

Near Antonyms of Exculpation

accusation, arraignment, impeachment, incrimination, indictment, prosecution, castigation, censure, condemnation, denunciation

Word Forms of Exculpation

Inflections: exculpated, exculpating

Derived words: exculpation (noun), self-exculpatory (adjective), self-exculpating (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Exculpation

Medieval Latin exculpatus, past participle of exculpare, from Latin ex- + culpa blame

First known use: circa 1656

Words & Phrases Containing Exculpation

self-exculpation

Frequently Asked Questions about Exculpation

What does "Exculpation" mean?

"Exculpation" means to clear from alleged fault or guilt. As an a verb and a noun, it is defined as: to clear from alleged fault or guilt.

What is another word for "Exculpation"?

Other words for "Exculpation" include acquittal, clearing, exoneration and vindication. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Exculpation" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Exculpation"?

There are 13 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Exculpation". Common alternatives include acquittal, clearing, exoneration and vindication.

What is the opposite of "Exculpation"?

Antonyms of "Exculpation" include conviction. Near antonyms include accusation, arraignment, impeachment and incrimination.

How do you use "Exculpation" in a sentence?

Examples of "Exculpation" in a sentence: "evidence that might bring about the exculpation of the defendant".

Is "Exculpation" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Exculpation" can be used as a verb and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Exculpation"?

"Exculpation" is pronounced /ˈek-(ˌ)skəl-ˌpāt/ as a verb and /ˌself-ˌek-(ˌ)skəl-ˈpā-shən/ as a noun and divided into syllables as ex·cul·pate.

What is the origin of the word "Exculpation"?

"Exculpation" comes from Medieval Latin exculpatus, past participle of exculpare, from Latin ex- + culpa blame. First known use: circa 1656.