verantwoorden — meaning in English

English meaning

• apologize verb To say sorry; to express regret for a mistake or wrongdoing.
• vindicate verb To clear of an accusation, suspicion or criticism.

Senses

verantwoorden is used for these senses in English:

• apologize (intransitive, dated) To make an apologia or defense; to act as apologist.
• vindicate (transitive) To lay claim to; to assert a right to; to claim.

vindicate — full definition

1. verb To clear of an accusation, suspicion or criticism.
2. verb To justify by providing evidence.
3. verb To maintain or defend (a cause) against opposition.
4. verb To be proven reasonable, correct, or justified.

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