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What are some words which mean the opposite of vindicate?

Here are some words that mean the opposite of "vindicate":

General Opposites:

* Condemn: To declare to be wrong or guilty.

* Criticize: To find fault with.

* Disprove: To show something to be false.

* Refute: To prove something to be wrong.

* Accuse: To charge someone with a crime or wrongdoing.

* Incriminate: To show evidence of someone's guilt.

* Blame: To hold someone responsible for something bad.

* Convict: To find someone guilty of a crime.

Specific Opposites Related to Reputation:

* Defame: To damage someone's reputation.

* Slander: To make false and damaging statements about someone.

* Disgrace: To bring shame or dishonor upon someone.

* Humiliate: To cause someone to feel ashamed or embarrassed.

Other Opposites:

* Suppress: To prevent something from being expressed or known.

* Conceal: To hide something.

* Deny: To refuse to acknowledge something.

* Discredit: To damage someone's credibility.

The best opposite word will depend on the specific context in which "vindicate" is used.

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