Vindicate, which has been used in English since at least the mid-16th century, comes from a form of the Latin verb vindicare, meaning “to set free, avenge, or lay claim to.”

VINDICATE definition: to clear, as from an accusation, imputation, suspicion, or the like. See examples of vindicate used in a sentence.

VINDICATE definition: 1. to prove that what someone said or did was right or true, after other people thought it was…. Learn more.

Vindicate means to justify, prove, or reinforce an idea — or to absolve from guilt. If your family thinks you hogged the last piece of pie on Thanksgiving, you'll be vindicated when your younger brother fesses up.

"The suits are valid and are being brought to vindicate legal wrongs, under both federal and state law.

Definition of vindicate verb in Oxford Advanced American Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

vindicate meaning, definition, what is vindicate: to prove that someone who was blamed for...: Learn more.

Factsheet What does the verb vindicate mean? There are 12 meanings listed in OED's entry for the verb vindicate, four of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and …

vindicate: To clear of accusation, blame, suspicion, or doubt with supporting arguments or proof.

They have evidence that will vindicate [= exonerate] her. She will be completely vindicated by the evidence.