exonerate meaning

UK US /ɪɡˈzɑnəreɪt/ 4 syllables

exonerate (verb): pronounce not guilty of criminal charges.

Definition of exonerate

  1. pronounce not guilty of criminal charges
    • The suspect was cleared of the murder charges

    Synonyms: acquit, assoil, clear, discharge, exculpate

    Type of: pronounce

    Kinds: vindicate, whitewash, purge

    Related forms: exonerative, exoneration

How to pronounce exonerate

exonerate is pronounced /ɪɡˈzɑnəreɪt/ in American English. It has 4 syllables, with the stress on the second syllable.

Scrabble score: 16 (letter breakdown)

Word lists: words starting with EX · words ending in TE · 9-letter words

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