exonerate
5 synonyms and 4 antonyms for exonerate, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To officially clear someone of blame or wrongdoing.
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How to use exonerate
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
exonerate a suspect
fully exonerated
exonerate someone of blame
Etymology
From Latin exonerare, "to unburden" or "unload," from ex- ("out, off") plus onus ("a burden").
Full origin of exonerate →Frequently asked questions
What does “exonerate” mean?
The word “exonerate” means to officially clear someone of blame or wrongdoing. In plain terms, to formally prove someone is not guilty or not to blame.
How do you pronounce “exonerate”?
“Exonerate” is pronounced ihg-ZO-nuh-rayt (/ɪɡˈzɑnəˌɹeɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “exonerate” in a sentence?
Here is “exonerate” used in a sentence: “New DNA evidence exonerated him after fifteen years in prison.”
What part of speech is “exonerate”?
“Exonerate” is a verb.
Where does the word “exonerate” come from?
The word “exonerate” comes from Latin. From Latin exonerare, "to unburden" or "unload," from ex- ("out, off") plus onus ("a burden").
Related words
exoneration
exonerator
