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Vindicated

Description:

Vindicated is the past tense and past participle form of the verb "vindicate". It can be used as both a transitive verb and an adjective.

Transitive Verb:

1. To clear someone of blame or suspicion, proving their innocence or righteousness.

Example sentence: After presenting the undeniable evidence, the detective vindicated the accused, proving his innocence.

2. To assert, justify, or defend a position, belief, or decision, especially after being doubted or criticized.

Example sentence: The research study vindicated the scientist's controversial theory, confirming its validity.

Adjective:

Using "vindicated" as an adjective implies a sense of feeling justified, validated, or triumphant.

Example sentence: The lawyer felt vindicated after winning the case against all odds.

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