vindication

noun

vin·​di·​ca·​tion ˌvin-də-ˈkā-shən 

: an act of vindicating : the state of being vindicated

specifically : justification against denial or censure : defense

Synonyms

• acquittal
• clearing
• exculpation
• exoneration

Examples of vindication in a Sentence

recanted testimony that resulted in a long-overdue vindication

Recent Examples on the Web

Yet vindication in the courts did not mean access to the nation’s airwaves. —Thomas Doherty, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Feb. 2025

Him mentioning structure provides some vindication to INEOS who are at least making steps to fix this mess, whether these steps are in the right direction is up for debate. —Charlotte Harpur, The Athletic, 18 Feb. 2025

Adams' legal team celebrated the dismissal, calling it a vindication of the mayor's innocence, while his political opponents have accused him of collaborating with Trump to avoid legal consequences. —Dan Perry, Newsweek, 13 Feb. 2025

Beyoncé winning Album of the Year brought me a mix of emotions: relief, vindication, and ultimately, so much joy. —Kathleen Newman-Bremang, refinery29.com, 3 Feb. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1613, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for vindication

• abdication
• aberration
• abjuration
• abnegation
• abrogation
• acceptation
• acclamation
• acclimation
• accusation
• activation
• actuation
• acylation