To free someone from blame or guilt; to clear someone's reputation.
From 'dis-' (meaning to reverse) combined with 'blame.' This word follows the pattern of using 'dis-' to negate or reverse an accusation.
This is a really old word that you almost never see anymore, but it perfectly captures the idea of rehabilitation—actually reversing the damage of being blamed.
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