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verb

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1. To declare or find innocent or not guilty.

   Synonyms:absolveclearexculpateexonerate
   Antonyms:condemnconvict

2. To discharge (for example, a claim or debt); to clear off, to pay off; to fulfil.

3. Followed by of (and formerly by from): to discharge, release, or set free from a burden, duty, liability, or obligation, or from an accusation or charge.

   Example: The jury acquitted the prisoner of the charge.

4. To bear or conduct oneself; to perform one's part.

   Example: The orator acquitted himself very poorly.