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acquit Antonyms

Opposite of acquit

Because the opposite of acquit shifts with each meaning, the 8 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To free or clear someone from a criminal charge by a formal verdict of not guilty.

Usage Example

"After deliberating for three days, the jury voted to convict the defendant of all charges."

Strongest
convict
condemn
Strong
incriminate
indict
sentence

• verb (Context 2)

To conduct oneself or perform in a specified way, especially with respect to a challenging duty or responsibility (used reflexively).

Usage Example

"Despite her lack of tournament experience, the young chess player acquitted herself admirably against the grandmaster."

Strong
disgrace

• verb (Context 3)

To pay off, settle, or discharge a debt, obligation, or claim (archaic or formal).

Usage Example

"He worked tirelessly for several years to incur the financial obligations left behind by his late father's estate."

Strong
incur
default

Similar words to acquit

Words similar to acquit shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

exonerate
discharge
clear
comport
absolve
settle
exculpate
pay off
See all synonyms of acquit

• Nearby Words

acquirer
acquisition
acquisitively
acquit
acquittal
acrid
acridly

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Acquit. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/acquit
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