To prove that somebody is right about something. The suits are valid and are being brought to vindicate legal wrongs, under both federal. See examples of vindicate used in a sentence.
Vin·di·cat·ed , vin·di·cat·ing , vin·di·cates 1. To clear, as from an accusation, imputation, suspicion, or the like. To clear of accusation, blame, suspicion, or doubt with supporting arguments or proof.
To prove that what someone said or did was right or true, after other people thought it was…. They have evidence that will vindicate [= exonerate] her. Vindicate somebody to prove that somebody is not guilty when they have been accused of doing something wrong or illegal; If your family thinks you hogged the last piece of pie on thanksgiving, you'll be vindicated when your.
Gregory, as if to vindicate his master, rolled on to his back and began to wave all four legs in the air. Vindicate means to justify, prove, or reinforce an idea — or to absolve from guilt. She will be completely vindicated by the evidence.