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Meaning of Exonerate
The primary meaning of the word "exonerate" is to officially declare someone not guilty of a crime or wrongdoing.
Definitions
- Officially declare someone not guilty of a crime or wrongdoing
- * Free someone from blame or guilt
- * Clear someone's reputation
Etymology of Exonerate
The word "exonerate" comes from the Latin words "ex" meaning "out of" or "from" and "onera" meaning "burden" or "load"
Historically, the word has been used to describe the act of freeing someone from a burden, guilt, or blame, and has been in use since the 15th century
Example Uses
- The new evidence exonerated the accused man and he was released from prison
- * The company was exonerated of any wrongdoing in the scandal
- * The investigation exonerated the officer of any misconduct