Exoneration — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb noun /ig-ˈzä-nə-ˌrāt/ ex·on·er·ate

Meaning & Definition of Exoneration

Exoneration (verb)

  1. to relieve of a responsibility, obligation, or hardship
  2. to clear from accusation or blame

Exoneration (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a setting free from a charge of wrongdoing

    "the accused refused a plea bargain, asserting that he was innocent and would settle for nothing less than complete exoneration"

    similar: acquittal, clearing, exculpation, 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: Exonerate (verb)

Exonerate is a different word from Exoneration. The synonyms below are for exonerate, not for exoneration.

  1. to free from a charge of wrongdoing

    "the results of the DNA fingerprinting finally exonerated the man, but only after he had wasted 10 years of his life in prison"

    similar: absolve, acquit, clear, exculpate, 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 Exoneration

The most common words with a similar meaning to Exoneration:

acquittal, clearing, exculpation, vindication

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Exoneration

Words with the opposite meaning of Exoneration:

conviction

Related Words for Exoneration

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

Near Antonyms of Exoneration

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

Word Forms of Exoneration

Inflections: exonerated, exonerating

Derived words: exoneration (noun), exonerative (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Exoneration

Middle English, from Latin exoneratus, past participle of exonerare to unburden, from ex- + oner-, onus load

First known use: 1524

Frequently Asked Questions about Exoneration

What does "Exoneration" mean?

"Exoneration" means to relieve of a responsibility, obligation, or hardship. As an a verb and a noun, it is defined as: to relieve of a responsibility, obligation, or hardship.

What is another word for "Exoneration"?

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

What are different ways to say "Exoneration"?

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

What is the opposite of "Exoneration"?

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

How do you use "Exoneration" in a sentence?

Examples of "Exoneration" in a sentence: "the accused refused a plea bargain, asserting that he was innocent and would settle for nothing less than complete exoneration".

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

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

How do you pronounce "Exoneration"?

"Exoneration" is pronounced /ig-ˈzä-nə-ˌrāt/ and divided into syllables as ex·on·er·ate.

What is the origin of the word "Exoneration"?

"Exoneration" comes from Middle English, from Latin exoneratus, past participle of exonerare to unburden, from ex- + oner-, onus load. First known use: 1524.