Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the highlighted word in the given sentence.
The court absolved the defendant of all charges due to lack of evidence.

Correct option is A

The correct antonym of the given word is (a) accused.
· Absolved: To declare someone free from guilt, blame, or responsibility. (दोषमुक्त करना / बरी करना)
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· Example: The priest absolved him of his sins.
· Correct Antonym: Accused: To charge someone with a fault or crime
· Hindi: दोषी ठहराना / आरोप लगाना
Synonyms of absolve: Acquit, exonerate, pardon, forgive
Antonyms: Condemn, convict, blame, punish
Meanings of all the other given options:
· (a) Condemned – Means to strongly disapprove. (निंदा किया गया)
· (c) Attacked – To assault physically or verbally. (आक्रमण करना)
· (d) Criticised – To point out faults. (आलोचना करना)