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Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word. Vindicate

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SSC CGL 2025 Tier 1 Question Paper (25-Sep-2025) (Shift 3)
The correct answer is
Accuse

Solution: Antonym of Vindicate

This question requires identifying the word that has the opposite meaning to 'Vindicate'.

Meaning of 'Vindicate'

Vindicate means to clear someone of blame or suspicion, or to demonstrate that someone or something is right, reasonable, or justified.

Analyzing Option Meanings

  • Justify: Means to show or prove to be right or reasonable. This is similar in meaning to 'vindicate'.
  • Carefree: Means free from anxiety or responsibility. This is unrelated to 'vindicate'.
  • Forgive: Means to stop feeling angry or critical towards someone. While it involves overlooking wrongdoing, it's not the direct opposite of proving someone innocent.
  • Accuse: Means to charge someone with wrongdoing or blame. This is the direct opposite of clearing someone of blame.

Conclusion: The Antonym

The word 'Accuse' directly opposes the meaning of 'Vindicate'. While 'vindicate' involves clearing someone, 'accuse' involves blaming them.

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