GRE Word List

EXCULPATE

to clear from alleged fault or guilt

The meaning of the word exculpate is to clear from alleged fault or guilt.

Random words

WordMeaning
authenticateto prove or serve to prove to be real, true, or genuine
archetypethe original pattern or model of which all things of the same type are representations or copies : prototype
inimicalbeing adverse often by reason of hostility or malevolence
testyeasily annoyed : irritable
ruffiana brutal person : bully
bigota person who is obstinately or intolerantly devoted to his or her own opinions and prejudices
totterto move unsteadily : stagger
traduceto expose to shame or blame by means of falsehood and misrepresentation
guilelessinnocent
interregnumthe time during which a throne is vacant between two successive reigns or regimes