exoneration
1. [ noun ] the condition of being relieved from blame or obligation
Related terms: condition acquit
2. [ noun ] the act of vindicating or defending against criticism or censure etc.
Synonyms: vindication whitewash
Examples:

"friends provided a vindication of his position"

Related terms: clearing justification rehabilitation acquit
Similar spelling:   exonerative
  exonerate
  exonerated