exculpatory
adjective/ɛkˈskʌlpəˌtɔri/
Frequency rank: #19,546 most common English word
Meaning
Tending to clear someone from blame or fault.
Example sentence
The lawyer presented exculpatory evidence that proved her client had not been at the scene of the crime.
Synonyms & related words
- exonerating
- vindicating
- clearing
- absolving
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