Definition

The act of being cleared from blame or responsibility for a wrongdoing or crime.

Example

After new evidence was found, the exoneration of the wrongfully accused man was celebrated by his family.

Conversation

I heard he finally got his exoneration after all those years.

That's great news! It must feel like a huge relief for him.

Absolutely, it’s like he can finally move on with his life.

Yeah, everyone deserves a chance at exoneration when they’re innocent.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Exoneration → It is formed from "ex-" (meaning out of or from) and "onerare" (meaning to burden). The word "exoneration" means the act of being freed from a burden or responsibility, particularly in a legal context.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'freed from a burden' ('ex-' means out of, and 'onerare' means to burden) — that's what exoneration means.

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