Word of the day: Exculpate

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April 07, 2024

Exculpate

[ek-skuhl-peyt]

verb

  1. to clear from guilt or blame; exonerate

Examples of exculpate in a sentence:

  • The newly discovered evidence helped to exculpate the wrongly accused man, leading to his release from prison.

  • The witness's testimony served to exculpate the defendant, casting doubt on the prosecution's case.