acquittal

Definitions

A judgment or verdict that a person is not guilty of the crime with which they have been charged.

The act of clearing someone of a criminal charge by a formal decision of a court.

Examples

The jury's verdict of acquittal brought a sense of relief to the defendant's family.

After a lengthy trial, the evidence was insufficient to prevent an acquittal.

The lawyer was confident that the lack of physical evidence would lead to an acquittal.

Synonyms

absolution exoneration vindication discharge clearance exculpation release

Antonyms

conviction condemnation sentence guilt blame indictment censure