mindmap root((开脱)) exculpate implies a clearing from blame or burden: I cannot ~ myself of the charge of overenthusiasm. 如辩方律师需要找exculpatory evidence无罪证据 absolve implies a release either from an obligation that binds the conscience or from the consequences of its violation: ~d the subject from his oath of allegiance. exonerate implies a complete clearance from an accusation or charge and from any attendant suspicion of blame or guilt: a committee ~d the governor from charges of bribery. acquit implies a decision in one's favor with respect to a definite charge: ~ted of murder by a jury. vindicate may refer to things as well as persons that have been subjected to critical attack of imputation of guilt, weakness, or folly, and implies a clearing through proof of the injustice or unfairness of such criticism or blame: an investigation ~d the senator on all counts.