exculpated exculpated /ˈɛkskʌlpeɪtɪd/

adjective

1. Freed from any question of guilt  ( absolved , clear , cleared , exculpated , exonerated , vindicated )
   freed from any question of guilt
    Is absolved from all blame
   is absolved from all blame
    Was now clear of the charge of cowardice
   was now clear of the charge of cowardice
    His official honor is vindicated
   his official honor is vindicated