Synonyms of vindicated

Verb


1. justify, vindicate, uphold, maintain

usage: show to be right by providing justification or proof; "vindicate a claim"

2. vindicate, maintain, defend

usage: maintain, uphold, or defend; "vindicate the rights of the citizens"

3. vindicate, acquit, assoil, clear, discharge, exonerate, exculpate

usage: clear of accusation, blame, suspicion, or doubt with supporting proof; "You must vindicate yourself and fight this libel"

Adjective


1. absolved, clear, cleared, exculpated, exonerated, vindicated, innocent (vs. guilty), guiltless, clean-handed

usage: freed from any question of guilt; "is absolved from all blame"; "was now clear of the charge of cowardice"; "his official honor is vindicated"

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