Associations to the word «Vindicate»

Wiktionary

VINDICATE, verb. To clear from an accusation, suspicion or criticism.
VINDICATE, verb. To justify by providing evidence.
VINDICATE, verb. To maintain or defend a cause against opposition.
VINDICATE, verb. To provide justification for.
VINDICATE, verb. To lay claim to; to assert a right to; to claim.
VINDICATE, verb. (obsolete) To liberate; to set free; to deliver.
VINDICATE, verb. (obsolete) To avenge; to punish

Dictionary definition

VINDICATE, verb. Show to be right by providing justification or proof; "vindicate a claim".
VINDICATE, verb. Maintain, uphold, or defend; "vindicate the rights of the citizens".
VINDICATE, verb. Clear of accusation, blame, suspicion, or doubt with supporting proof; "You must vindicate yourself and fight this libel".

Wise words

The chief difference between words and deeds is that words are always intended for men for their approbation, but deeds can be done only for God.
Leo Tolstoy