What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
disculpatory
Example
The defense presented disculpatory evidence that proved the defendant's innocence. [disculpatory: adjective]
Example
The witness's testimony was disculpatory and cleared the suspect of any wrongdoing. [disculpatory: adjective]
exculpatory
Example
The exculpatory evidence presented in court proved the defendant's innocence. [exculpatory: adjective]
Example
The detective found exculpatory evidence that cleared the suspect of any wrongdoing. [exculpatory: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Exculpatory is more commonly used than disculpatory in everyday language, especially in American English.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between disculpatory and exculpatory?
Both disculpatory and exculpatory are formal words used in legal contexts, but disculpatory may have a slightly more formal tone due to its Latin origin.
