vindicate
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vindicating
Britannica Dictionary definition of VINDICATE
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1
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to show that (someone) should not be blamed for a crime, mistake, etc.
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to show that (someone) is not guilty
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They have evidence that will vindicate [=exonerate] her.
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She will be completely vindicated by the evidence.
2
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to show that (someone or something that has been criticized or doubted) is correct, true, or reasonable
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These discoveries vindicate their theory.
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Their approach to the problem has been vindicated by the positive results.
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He felt vindicated when the truth became known.
[noncount]
[singular]
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She didn't need any further vindication.
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The positive results are a vindication of their approach.
