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vindication

[vin-di-key-shuhn] / ˌvɪn dɪˈkeɪ ʃən /
NOUN
justification
Synonyms
STRONGEST
exoneration proof revenge
STRONG
acquittal apology clearance defense exculpation pardon
Antonyms
STRONG
censure condemnation
WEAK
blame charge conviction disproval guilt indictment
NOUN
defense
Synonyms
STRONGEST
exoneration revenge
STRONG
justification substantiation
WEAK
compurgation extenuating circumstances mitigating circumstances
Antonyms
WEAK
blame charge conviction disproval guilt indictment

Example Sentences

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“And we look forward to vindication on appeal.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

For Kennedy’s critics in Washington, the ruling was vindication.

From Salon • Mar. 18, 2026

That might feel like vindication for regional banks.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 12, 2026

"I would like to see them brought to justice, it would be a vindication."

From BBC • Feb. 23, 2026

But the moment passes and my vindication, if that’s what this is, tastes sour.

From "Nickel and Dimed: On (Not) Getting By in America" by Barbara Ehrenreich

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.