exculpation Synonyms

alibi excuse self-justification release reason quittance purgation plea pardon mercy liberation let-off justification remission reprieval relief from official pardon letting off Vindications apologia free pardon whitewashing vindication shriving shrift reprieve indulgence indemnity condonation compurgation clemency clearance clearing argument apology apologetics amnesty acquittance acquittal defense deliverance immunity freeing forgiveness extenuation explanation exoneration exemption dispensation dismissal