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.

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WordMeaning
annexto attach as a quality, consequence, or condition
surreptitiousdone, made, or acquired by stealth : clandestine
invertto reverse in position, order, or relationship
preposterouscontrary to nature, reason, or common sense : absurd
bartererto trade by exchanging one commodity for another : to trade goods or services in exchange for other goods or services
gibeto utter taunting words
padrea Christian clergyman
decapitateto cut off the head of : behead
buccaneerany of the freebooters preying on Spanish ships and settlements especially in 17th century West Indies
retractto draw back or in