Meaning & Definition of Acquit in English
English⟶
Acquit
/əkwɪt/
verb
1. Pronounce not guilty of criminal charges
- "The suspect was cleared of the murder charges"
synonym:
- acquit,
- assoil,
- clear,
- discharge,
- exonerate,
- exculpate
2. Behave in a certain manner
- "She carried herself well"
- "He bore himself with dignity"
- "They conducted themselves well during these difficult times"
synonym:
- behave,
- acquit,
- bear,
- deport,
- conduct,
- comport,
- carry