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Third Person
vindicates
Present Participle
vindicating
Past Tense
vindicated
Past Participle
vindicated
1
to prove someone or something right by providing evidence or justification
transitive
- The research findings vindicated the theory, providing strong empirical evidence in support of its validity.
- The journalist's claims were vindicated as the investigation uncovered new facts, validating the report's accuracy.
- The new evidence vindicated his claim of innocence, leading to his release from prison.
- The findings vindicate her stance on the issue.
- He vindicates his actions by explaining his reasoning.
Synonyms:
2
to clear someone from blame or suspicion and prove their innocence
transitive
- The new evidence helped to vindicate him of all the charges.
- She hopes that the upcoming trial will vindicate her reputation.
- After years of allegations, the results of the inquiry finally vindicated her actions.
- They had worked tirelessly to vindicate their client before the case was closed.
- The judge's ruling vindicated him, confirming his innocence beyond a doubt.
3
to protect from harm or criticism by proving it's right or justified
transitive
- His evidence vindicated him from false accusations.
- The new security measures vindicated the building from break-ins.
- Insurance vindicated the family's home from financial loss.
- Vaccination vindicated the community from illness.