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indict Antonyms

Opposite of indict

Because the opposite of indict shifts with each meaning, the 9 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To formally accuse or charge someone with a serious crime, especially through the finding of a grand jury.

Usage Example

"The federal grand jury voted to acquit the former executive on multiple counts of securities fraud."

Strongest
acquit
exonerate
exculpate
Strong
absolve
clear
vindicate

• verb (Context 2)

To criticize, condemn, or expose something as flawed, harmful, or morally wrong.

Usage Example

"Her investigative documentary serves to praise the entire fast-fashion industry for its environmental impact."

Strongest
praise
commend
Strong
vindicate
endorse

Similar words to indict

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

charge
denounce
accuse
condemn
arraign
prosecute
censure
criticize
See all synonyms of indict

• Nearby Words

indication
indicative
indicatively
indict
indictable
indictee
indictment

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