Compurgation
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /kɒmpɜːˈɡeɪʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Compurgation is a noun meaning (now chiefly historical) Acquitting someone from a formal charge or accusation following the sworn oaths of a number of other people; vindication.
Meaning
(now chiefly historical) Acquitting someone from a formal charge or accusation following the sworn oaths of a number of other people; vindication.
Example Sentences
Between the later middle ages and the early seventeenth century, compurgation appears to have become an increasingly onerous test to pass, perhaps reflecting tightening attitudes to sexual offenders.
Word Forms
- compurgations
Synonyms for compurgation
Depending on context, synonyms include absolution, acquittance, assoilment, acquitment, acquittal, exculpation.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include oath-helping, purgation, acquitment, acquittance, acquittal, acquital.
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