acquit

Verb

• behave in a certain manner
  • She carried herself well
    
  • he bore himself with dignity
    
  • They conducted themselves well during these difficult times
    

• pronounce not guilty of criminal charges
  • The suspect was cleared of the murder charges
    

Related words

• Synonyms: 
  behave , bear , deport , conduct , comport , carry , assoil , clear , discharge , exonerate , exculpate