noun An act of asserting or maintaining; an assertion.
noun An argument, fact, piece of evidence, etc., which vindicates (“clears someone of an accusation or suspicion; justifies a belief or claim by providing evidence or proof”).
noun The action of vindicating; also, the state of being vindicated.
noun A feeling of deserved satisfaction that comes from being proven correct.
When they finally admitted their actions, Anne felt vindication and walked with pride once again.
noun A legal claim for a declaration that one is the owner of a thing or the holder of a right; an action in rem.
noun The action of avenging or taking revenge. The action of setting free; deliverance. Punishment, retribution.