acquit
(verb)
verb
1. pronounce not guilty of criminal charges
Similar word(s): assoil, clear, discharge, exculpate, exonerate
Definition categories: communication, judge, label, pronounce
2. behave in a certain manner
Similar word(s): bear, behave, carry, comport, conduct, deport
Definition categories: social, bear, carry, hold, act, move
Sentences with acquit as a verb:
- The jury acquitted the prisoner of the charge.
- The soldier acquitted himself well in battle.
- The orator acquitted himself very poorly.