vindicate
VERB
/vɪndə,keɪt/
9 LETTERS · 3 SYLLABLES · STARTS WITH V
vindicate is a valid 9-letter word worth 15 points in Scrabble and 18 points in Words with Friends.
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WORDS WITH FRIENDS
V4I1N1D2I1C3A1T1E1
4 + 1 + 1 + 2 + 1 + 3 + 1 + 1 + 1 =15 PTS
DOUBLE WORD → 30TRIPLE WORD → 45
MEANING
What does vindicate mean?
VERB · 3 SENSES
1
Show to be right by providing justification or proof.
“vindicate a claim”
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2
Clear of accusation, blame, suspicion, or doubt with supporting proof.
“You must vindicate yourself and fight this libel”
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3
Maintain, uphold, or defend.
“vindicate the rights of the citizens”
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