Home / Dictionary / vindicate

vindicate

verb
  1. To clear of an accusation, suspicion or criticism.

    "to vindicate someone's honor"

  2. To justify by providing evidence.

    "to vindicate a right, claim or title"

  3. To maintain or defend (a cause) against opposition.

    "to vindicate the rights of labor movement in developing countries"

Practice "vindicate" in context

WordNote uses spaced repetition across multiple quiz levels, from recognizing the meaning to recalling it in active practice.

Save to WordNote — it's free →

No credit card. No install required.

vindicate — meaning, definition & examples | WordNote | WordNote