Acquit Synonyms
Acquit is a verb. Its synonyms include clear, absolve, forgive, exonerate, vindicate, release, liberate, exculpate, redeem, and discharge. Its antonyms are misconduct, carry on, and cut up. Here are some additional synonyms for "acquit" with example sentences.
Another word for acquit
47 other ways to say acquit.
1. in the sense of clear
- clear
- forgive
- vindicate
- liberate
- redeem
- avenge
- pardon
- atone (for)
- remit
- unburden
- whitewash
- absolve
- exonerate
- release
- exculpate
- discharge
- excuse
- expiate
- condone
- redress
- revenge
2. in the sense of carry
- carry
- restrain
- handle
- contain
- comport
- demean
- collect
- constrain
- act
- control
- temper
- moderate
- modulate
- behave
- conduct
- compose
- deport
- quit
- bear
- play
- check
- inhibit
- curb
- repress
- quiet
- impersonate
Acquit Sentences
The jury decided to acquit the defendant.
The judge may acquit him if there’s not enough evidence.
The lawyer fought hard to acquit her client.
She was acquitted after a long trial.
The court may acquit due to lack of proof.
The judge will acquit if the prosecution fails.
His alibi helped acquit him of the crime.