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English verb: vindicate | |||
| 1. | vindicate (communication) show to be right by providing justification or proof | ||
| Samples | Vindicate a claim. | ||
| Synonyms | justify | ||
| Pattern of use | Somebody ----s something. Something ----s something | ||
| Broader (hypernym) | maintain, uphold | ||
| Narrower (hyponym) | excuse, explain, legitimate | ||
| 2. | vindicate (communication) maintain, uphold, or defend | ||
| Samples | Vindicate the rights of the citizens. | ||
| Pattern of use | Somebody ----s something | ||
| Broader (hypernym) | defend, maintain | ||
| 3. | vindicate (communication) clear of accusation, blame, suspicion, or doubt with supporting proof | ||
| Samples | You must vindicate yourself and fight this libel. | ||
| Pattern of use | Somebody ----s somebody. Something ----s somebody | ||
| Broader (hypernym) | acquit, assoil, clear, discharge, exculpate, exonerate | ||
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