exoneration
|ex/on/er/a/tion|
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/ɪɡˌzɒnəˈreɪʃən/
(exonerate)
clear of blame
Etymology
Etymology Information
'exoneration' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'exonerare,' where 'ex-' meant 'out of' and 'onerare' meant 'to burden.'
Historical Evolution
'exonerare' transformed into the Old French word 'exonerer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'exoneration' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to remove a burden,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'absolving from blame.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of officially absolving someone from blame; vindication.
The exoneration of the wrongly accused man brought relief to his family.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45