Exculpate

usgb/ˈekskʌlpeɪt/
verb

To prove that someone is not guilty of doing something wrong.

The evidence they discovered helped to exculpate the defendant from the crime.
Visual representation of "exculpate" - To prove that someone is not guilty of doing something wrong

Often appears as...

  • exculpate someone from
  • exculpate in a sentence

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Formal

Legal

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Legal Context

Used mainly in legal situations to discuss innocence.

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The new testimony could exculpate the suspect.
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Not Just Courts

Although legal, it's also used in everyday situations to stress innocence.

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She provided an alibi to exculpate herself from the accusation.
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Formal Tone

It's a formal word, suitable for serious discussions or writings.

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In his article, he attempts to exculpate the politician.
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