Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Exculpate

Correct option is C

The correct antonym of the given word is (c) Condemn.
Given word: Exculpate means to clear someone from blame or guilt. (दोषमुक्त करना)
Example: The evidence helped exculpate the wrongly accused man.
Correct answer word: Condemn means to express strong disapproval or to declare guilty. (निंदा करना, दोषी ठहराना)
Example: The judge condemned the criminal for his actions.
Synonyms: acquit, absolve, pardon, exonerate.
Antonyms: condemn, blame, convict, sentence.
Meanings of all the other options:
· (a) Vindicate – to justify or prove innocence (साबित करना)
· (b) Condone – to overlook or forgive wrongdoing (माफ़ करना)
· (d) Absolve – to free from guilt or blame (दोष मुक्त करना)