Vindicate

Synonyms of vindicate

• exonerate
• clear
• justify
• defend

Antonyms of vindicate

• blame
• condemn
• accuse
• criticize

Collocations of vindicate

vindicate oneself

Frequency: 70 %

He was able to vindicate himself by providing evidence of his innocence.

vindicate claims

Frequency: 60 %

The investigation vindicated her claims of workplace harassment.

vindicate accusations

Frequency: 50 %

The evidence presented in court vindicated her accusations against the defendant.

vindicate rights

Frequency: 45 %

The court ruling helped vindicate their rights to free speech.

Idiomatic Expressions for vindicate

• Phrase: vindicate one's beliefs
  Meaning: to show that one's beliefs or opinions were correct or justified
  Usage: The scientific study vindicated her long-held belief that exercise is essential for good health.