Definition

A person who has been declared not guilty of a crime after being convicted.

Example

After spending ten years in prison, the exoneree was finally released when new evidence proved his innocence.

Conversation

Did you hear about that new documentary on the exoneree?

Yeah, it's really eye-opening how many people have been wrongfully convicted.

I can’t believe how long some of them spent in prison before being freed.

I know, it's such a powerful story of resilience and justice.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Exoneree → It is formed from "exonerare" (from Latin, meaning to free from a burden) and the suffix "-ee" (meaning a person who is the recipient of an action). The word "exoneree" refers to a person who has been freed from a wrongful conviction or legal burden.

Memory Tip

Think of someone being 'freed from a burden' ('exonerare') — that's why an exoneree is a person who has been cleared of wrongful charges.

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