exculpatory meaning

UK US /ˌɛkˈskʌlpətɔri/ 5 syllables

exculpatory (adjective): clearing of guilt or blame.

Definition of exculpatory

  1. clearing of guilt or blame

    Opposite: inculpatory

    Similar: absolvitory, extenuating, justificative

    Related forms: exculpate

How to pronounce exculpatory

exculpatory is pronounced /ˌɛkˈskʌlpətɔri/ in American English. It has 5 syllables, with the stress on the second syllable.

Scrabble score: 25 (letter breakdown)

Word lists: words starting with EX · words ending in RY · 11-letter words

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