Deodorize and Exculpate

Deodorize

Deodorize verb - To make (something) seem less bad by offering excuses.
Usage example: the propaganda film attempts to deodorize the dictator's history of human rights abuses
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Synonyms for Deodorize

Exculpate and deodorize are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Exculpate" instead a verb "Deodorize".

Exculpate

Exculpate verb - To free from a charge of wrongdoing.

Deodorize and exculpate are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Deodorize" instead a verb "Exculpate".

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