acquitted Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. verb pronounce not guilty of criminal charges
   exculpate; acquit; clear; discharge; assoil; exonerate.
   
   • The suspect was cleared of the murder charges
2. verb behave in a certain manner
   acquit; comport; bear; behave; conduct; carry; deport.
   
   • She carried herself well
   • he bore himself with dignity
   • They conducted themselves well during these difficult times
3. adjective satellite declared not guilty of a specific offense or crime; legally blameless
   not guilty.
   
   • he stands acquitted on all charges
   • the jury found him not guilty by reason of insanity

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