vindication

noun
UK: /ˌvɪndɪˈkeɪʃən/
US: /ˌvɪndɪˈkeɪʃən/

  1. The act of proving that someone is not guilty or wrong.

    1. The evidence brought complete vindication for my client in the case.
    2. After years of suspicion, the new evidence offered a sweet vindication of her claims.

  2. Proof that something is true or right, especially after doubt.

    1. The success of the project was a vindication of his management skills.
    2. The unexpected victory served as a vindication for the team's relentless training regimen.

Synonyms

justification absolution validation confirmation defense excuse explanation clearance

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "vindication" in English means: The act of proving that someone is not guilty or wrong., Proof that something is true or right, especially after doubt..

The phonetic transcription of "vindication" is /ˌvɪndɪˈkeɪʃən/ in British English and /ˌvɪndɪˈkeɪʃən/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "vindication": justification, absolution, validation, confirmation, defense, excuse, explanation, clearance.

Example usage of "vindication": "The evidence brought complete vindication for my client in the case.". More examples on the page.