EXONERATE Meaning and
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Exonerate, a verb, refers to the act of absolving or clearing someone of blame, guilt, or responsibility for a particular wrongdoing, mistake, or offense. It involves officially declaring or proving someone's innocence or lack of culpability.
When someone is exonerated, it means that they have been proven not guilty or acquitted of the charges brought against them, thereby removing all accusations and negative associations related to the incident or situation. This term is often linked to legal proceedings, where it implies the establishment of an individual's innocence beyond a reasonable doubt. It signifies that the person should never have been held responsible and should be treated as if the wrongdoing had never occurred.
Exoneration can come as a result of various factors such as new evidence, the revelation of mistakes or misconduct in the investigation or trial process, or the confession of a different party. It is an important concept in the pursuit of justice, ensuring that individuals are not unjustly punished for crimes they did not commit.
In everyday usage, the term "exonerate" may also be employed metaphorically to describe the act of clearing someone's name or reputation in non-legal contexts. For example, if someone is wrongly accused of spreading false information, being exonerated would involve proving their innocence and dispelling any doubts or suspicions about their integrity or credibility.
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To free from; to clear from blame; to cast off, as an obligation or charge on any one; to exculpate; to absolve.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
Common Misspellings for EXONERATE
Etymology of EXONERATE
The word "exonerate" comes from the Latin verb "exonerare", which is derived from the prefix "ex-" (meaning "out of" or "from") and the noun "onus" (meaning "burden" or "responsibility"). Therefore, "exonerare" originally meant "to unload" or "to remove a burden". Over time, the word evolved to connote the action of absolving or clearing someone of blame or guilt, emphasizing the idea of relieving them from a figurative burden or responsibility. Ultimately, this Latin term gave rise to the English word "exonerate", retaining a similar sense of exoneration or vindication.
Similar spelling words for EXONERATE
Conjugate verb Exonerate
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