vindication
Translation
vindication, justification, exoneration
Examples
The acquittal was a complete vindication for him.
The acquittal was a complete vindication for him.
He felt a sense of vindication.
He felt a sense of vindication.
Grammar Patterns
vindication for ((sb.)) vindication for (sb.) The verdict was a vindication for the defendant.
a sense of vindication a sense of vindication She felt a great sense of vindication.
Similar Words
Synonyms: justification, exoneration, acquittal; Antonyms: conviction, accusation, blame
Etymology
From the verb 'vindicate'. The '-ion' suffix forms a noun indicating an action or state.
Memory Tips
Think of it as the 'indication' that you were right all along.