Definitions

exculpate

[ek-skuhl-peyt, ik-skuhl-peyt] / ˈɛk skʌlˌpeɪt, ɪkˈskʌl peɪt /

VERB

forgive

Synonyms

STRONG

absolve acquit amnesty clear condone discharge dismiss excuse exonerate explain free justify pardon rationalize release remit vindicate

WEAK

disculpate let off wipe the slate clean

Antonyms

STRONG

accuse blame censure charge condemn convict damn employ engage hire hold incarcerate incriminate keep maintain punish sentence

Example Sentences

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Exculpate, eks-kul′pāt, v.t. to clear from the charge of a fault or crime: to absolve: to vindicate.—n.

From Chambers's Twentieth Century Dictionary (part 2 of 4: E-M) by Various

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