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Difficulty: MediumIsolated Word Synonyms

Which of the following words is the closest synonym for EXONERATE?

  1. A
    Exasperate
  2. B
    Convict
  3. AbsolveAnswer
  4. D
    Exalt

Answer

Absolve
The word 'exonerate' means to officially absolve or clear someone from fault, blame, or guilt. Therefore, 'absolve' is the direct and accurate synonym.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Define the target vocabulary term
The verb 'exonerate' means to officially clear someone from an accusation, blame, or guilt.
Establishing the precise definition is required to find an accurate isolated synonym.
2
Evaluate the answer choices against the target definition
'Absolve' means to declare someone free from guilt or responsibility, providing an exact semantic match.
Direct comparison ensures alignment in part of speech, definition, and tone.

Key Concept

Identifying isolated word synonyms through precise definition and distractor elimination
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