Synonyms

vindicatory

American

[vin-di-kuh-tawr-ee, -tohr-ee] / ˈvɪn dɪ kəˌtɔr i, -ˌtoʊr i /

Also vindicative

adjective

tending or serving to vindicate.
punitive; retributive.

vindicatory killings.

Etymology

Origin of vindicatory

First recorded in 1640–50; vindicate + -ory ¹

Example Sentences

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vindicatory

They are seeking £1 each in "vindicatory" damages.

From BBC ● Mar. 17, 2026

They are suing him for a nominal £1 in damages for "vindicatory purposes".

From BBC ● Mar. 9, 2026

He is being sued for symbolic damages of £1 for " vindicatory purposes".

From BBC ● Dec. 19, 2024

Mr Murray, a close friend as well as colleague of PC Fletcher, is only seeking £1 in vindicatory damages.

From BBC ● Nov. 10, 2021

It was a general review of the condition of the kingdom, with a vindicatory sketch of the policy pursued by the government.

From Harper's New Monthly Magazine, vol 1-98, 1850-1899 None by Various (magazine) Harper

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