Vindicating: meaning, definitions and examples
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vindicating
[ ˈvɪn.dɪ.keɪt ]
legal context
To vindicate means to clear someone of blame or suspicion. It often involves providing proof or evidence that supports a person's innocence or justifies their actions. In legal contexts, vindication can lead to the exoneration of an accused individual. The term is also used more broadly to refer to supporting or defending a theory, belief, or idea against criticism. Vindication implies not only defense against accusations but also a restoration of reputation.
Synonyms
absolve, clear, defend, exonerate, justify
Examples of usage
- The evidence helped vindicate her claims.
- He sought to vindicate his name after the scandal.
- The scientist was vindicated when further studies confirmed her hypothesis.
Translations
Translations of the word "vindicating" in other languages:
🇵🇹 justificando
🇮🇳 सत्यापित करना
🇩🇪 rechtfertigend
🇮🇩 membenarkan
🇺🇦 виправдовуючи
🇵🇱 usprawiedliwiający
🇯🇵 正当化する
🇫🇷 justifiant
🇪🇸 justificando
🇹🇷 haklı çıkaran
🇰🇷 정당화하는
🇸🇦 تبرير
🇨🇿 ospravedlňující
🇸🇰 ospravedlňujúci
🇨🇳 辩护的
🇸🇮 opravičujoč
🇮🇸 réttlætandi
🇰🇿 негіздеу
🇬🇪 გამართლებელი
🇦🇿 haqlı çıxaran
🇲🇽 justificando
Etymology
The term 'vindicate' comes from the Latin verb 'vindicare', which means 'to claim', 'to justify', or 'to defend'. This Latin root is connected to the concepts of protection and vengeance, as it appears in other English derivatives like 'vindictive'. The evolution of the word into English traces back to the late Middle Ages, with its use signifying not only the act of justifying actions but also protecting one's reputation from unjust blame. Over time, 'vindicate' has become a key term in legal and rhetorical contexts, emphasizing the importance of evidence in clearing one's name. The shift in meaning highlights the cultural value placed on justice and the rectification of wrongful accusations.