acquit

/ə'kwit/
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acquit

The jury will acquit the defendant of all charges.

Definition
  1. Verb (Transitive):
    • To free (someone) from a criminal charge by a verdict of not guilty: To declare formally that a person is not guilty of the crime they were accused of.
    • To conduct (oneself) or behave in a specified manner: To perform or carry oneself in a particular way, especially in a formal or challenging situation.
Examples of Usage

  • Verb (Transitive - Legal sense):

    • The jury voted to acquit the defendant due to lack of evidence.
    • He was acquitted of all charges after a lengthy trial.

  • Verb (Transitive - Behavioral sense, with reflexive pronoun):

    • She acquitted herself admirably during the crisis.
    • The young soldier acquitted himself with great courage in his first battle.
Advanced Usage
  • "to acquit oneself of (a duty, promise, or task)": To discharge or fulfill a formal responsibility or obligation.
    • He finally acquitted himself of the debt he owed his friend.
    • She acquitted herself of her promise to organize the event.
Variants and Related Words
  • Acquittal (n): A judgment that a person is not guilty of the crime with which they have been charged.
    • The case ended in an acquittal.
Synonyms
  • Exonerate: To absolve from blame for a fault or wrongdoing, especially after due consideration of the case.
  • Absolve: To set or declare (someone) free from blame, guilt, or responsibility.
  • Clear: To declare (someone) innocent; to free from accusation or blame.
  • Vindicate: To clear (someone) of blame or suspicion.
Antonyms
  • Convict: To declare (someone) guilty of a criminal offense by the verdict of a jury or the decision of a judge.
  • Condemn: To express complete disapproval of, typically in public; to sentence to a punishment.
Related Phrases and Idioms
  • "To acquit oneself well/honorably/with distinction": To perform one's role or duties in an admirable or excellent manner.
    • Despite the pressure, the new manager acquitted herself very well.
  • "To acquit oneself poorly/badly": To perform one's role or duties in an unsatisfactory manner.
    • He was nervous and acquitted himself poorly during the presentation.
acquit

The jury will acquit the defendant of all charges.

Verb
  1. behave in a certain manner
    • She carried herself well
    • he bore himself with dignity
    • They conducted themselves well during these difficult times
  2. pronounce not guilty of criminal charges
    • The suspect was cleared of the murder charges

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