Absolve

Acquit

Clear

Pardon

Clear of blame

Declare innocent

Free

Exonerate

1 Synonym: Absolve

The court’s decision to absolve the defendant of all charges shocked the public.

Through heartfelt apologies, she sought to absolve herself of any wrongdoing.

His selfless actions helped to absolve him from the guilt he felt over past mistakes.

The priest absolved the penitent of his sins during confession.

2 Synonym: Acquit

Despite the overwhelming evidence, the jury decided to acquit the defendant of all charges.

We cannot wholly acquit the Italians of their share of blame.

The judge's decision to acquit the suspect was met with applause from the courtroom.

The moral law, which has the right to acquit or condemn, always demands restitution, before mortals can " go up higher.

3 Synonym: Clear of blame

The investigation revealed that she was clear of blame in the company’s financial scandal.

After reviewing the evidence, the jury found the defendant clear of blame.

The teacher was cleared of blame for the students' poor exam results.

His alibi proved he was clear of blame in the incident.

4 Synonym: Exonerate

The new evidence helped to exonerate the wrongfully convicted man.

The DNA test results will likely exonerate her of any involvement in the crime.

The lawyer worked tirelessly to exonerate his client from the charges.

Public pressure and additional witnesses exonerated the accused, proving his innocence.