acquit

[uh-kwit]

acquit Definition

  • 1to declare someone not guilty of a criminal charge
  • 2to conduct oneself or perform in a specified way

Using acquit: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "acquit" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The jury acquitted the defendant of all charges.

  • Example

    He was acquitted of the crime due to lack of evidence.

  • Example

    She acquitted herself well in the interview.

  • Example

    He acquitted himself honorably in battle.

acquit Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for acquit

Antonyms for acquit

Phrases with acquit

  • to behave or perform in a particular way, especially in a difficult or challenging situation

    Example

    She acquitted herself well in the debate, despite being nervous.

  • to prove one's innocence or disprove a charge or accusation

    Example

    He was able to acquit himself of the charges against him.

  • to declare someone not guilty of a criminal charge

    Example

    The jury acquitted him of all charges.

Origins of acquit

from Old French 'acquiter', meaning 'to repay'

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Summary: acquit in Brief

'Acquit' [uh-kwit] is a verb that means to declare someone not guilty of a criminal charge or to conduct oneself or perform in a specified way. It is often used in legal contexts, as in 'The jury acquitted the defendant of all charges.' 'Acquit' can also be used to describe how someone behaves or performs, as in 'She acquitted herself well in the interview.' Synonyms for 'acquit' include 'exonerate,' 'absolve,' 'clear,' and 'vindicate.'