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noun
defense against charges of wrongdoing; evidence of absence
Synonyms for alibi
noun
defense against charges of wrongdoing; evidence of absence
Antonyms for alibi
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Usage Notes
Alibi in Latin is an adverb meaning “in or at another place.” Its earliest English uses, in the 18th century, are in legal contexts, both as an adverb and as a noun meaning “a plea of having been elsewhere.” The extended noun senses “excuse” and “person used as one's excuse” developed in the 20th century in the United States and occur in all but the most formal writing. As a verb alibi occurs mainly in informal use.
More words related to alibi
noun. reason, explanation
verb. forgive, absolve; justify
- grant amnesty
- indulge
- let go
- let off
- liberate
- make allowances for
- mitigate
- overlook
- pardon
- pass over
verb. legitimize, substantiate
noun. disguise; alleged reason
noun. story, often long and made-up
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