English dictionary
vindicated
verbParts of speech
Definitions
verb
- To clear of an accusation, suspicion or criticism.
- To justify by providing evidence.
- To maintain or defend (a cause) against opposition.
- To provide justification for.
- To lay claim to; to assert a right to; to claim.
- To liberate; to set free; to deliver.
- To avenge; to punish
adjective
- Justified, avenged or cleared of blame
Example sentences
to vindicate someone's honor
to vindicate a right, claim or title
to vindicate the rights of labor movement in developing countries
The violent history of the suspect vindicated the use of force by the police.
a war to vindicate infidelity