verb
to free from alleged fault or guilt
the court exculpated him after a thorough investigation
Synonyms: absolve, acquit, clear, disculpate, exonerate, vindicate
Related Word: explain, justify, rationalize; condone, excuse, forgive, pardon, remit; amnesty, free, let off
Idioms: clear the ( or one's) record, wipe the slate clean
Contrasted words: blame, censure, denounce, reprehend, reprobate; incriminate; accuse, charge; arraign, indict; impeach; convict
Antonyms: inculpate