redemise

/rɛdɪˈmaɪz, rɪ-/

Definitions

1. verb

to deliver or bring into effect a verdict or judgment, especially one of acquittal or reprieve

“The jury will redemise the defendant after reviewing the evidence.”

2. verb

to set someone free from a charge or accusation

“The court redemised the wrongly accused man after the new evidence emerged.”

3. noun

a verdict or judgment of acquittal or reprieve

“The redemise was a surprise to everyone in the courtroom.”

Synonyms

  • acquit
  • exonerate
  • vindicate

Antonyms

  • condemn
  • convict