English dictionary

exculpation

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

a defense of some offensive behavior or some failure to keep a promise etc.

noun.communication

Synonyms alibi excuse self-justification

Source: WordNet 3.0
the act of freeing from guilt or blame

noun.act

Source: WordNet 3.0
The act of exculpating from alleged fault or crime; that which exculpates; excuse.

noun

Source: webster1913