Vindicated: meaning, definitions and examples
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vindicated
[ ˈvɪn.dɪ.keɪ.tɪd ]
legal context
To be vindicated means to be freed from blame or suspicion. It implies that one has been proven right or justified after being accused or doubted. This term is often used in legal contexts where an individual or a group is declared innocent after facing accusations. Vindication can also extend to personal situations where an individual seeks to clear their name or justify their actions.
Synonyms
absolved, exonerated, justified, validated.
Examples of usage
- The evidence presented in court vindicated the defendant.
- She felt vindicated when the truth came out.
- After months of investigation, he was finally vindicated.
- The committee's report vindicated her decision to speak up.
Translations
Translations of the word "vindicated" in other languages:
🇵🇹 justificado
🇮🇳 साफ़ किया गया
🇩🇪 gerechtfertigt
🇮🇩 dibenarkan
🇺🇦 виправданий
🇵🇱 uzasadniony
🇯🇵 正当化された
🇫🇷 justifié
🇪🇸 justificado
🇹🇷 haklı çıkarılan
🇰🇷 정당화된
🇸🇦 مبرر
🇨🇿 ospravedlněný
🇸🇰 ospravedlnený
🇨🇳 被证明是正确的
🇸🇮 upravičen
🇮🇸 réttlætanlegur
🇰🇿 негізделген
🇬🇪 მსჯავრდებული
🇦🇿 haqlı çıxarılmış
🇲🇽 justificado
Etymology
The word 'vindicated' has its roots in the Latin term 'vindicatus,' which is the past participle of 'vindicare,' meaning 'to claim, to defend, to avenge.' In legal contexts, it traditionally refers to the act of proving someone innocent or clearing someone's reputation. The term has evolved over time to encompass broader usages in both legal and everyday situations, reflecting a transformation in societal views on justice and accountability. The concept of vindication has been significant throughout history, often tied to issues of moral integrity and the consequences of social judgment, highlighting the importance placed on truth and fairness in human interactions. As it evolved in English usage from the 15th century onward, it became a cornerstone of discussions surrounding personal honor, societal values, and the need for justice.