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Noun: exoneration  ig,zó-nu'rey-shun
  1. The condition of being relieved from blame or obligation
    "His exoneration by the court restored his reputation"
     
  2. The act of vindicating or defending against criticism or censure etc.
    "The new evidence led to his complete exoneration";
    - vindication

Derived forms: exonerations

Type of: clearing, condition, status

Encyclopedia: Exoneration