At an extreme, vindication translates to 'I win; you lose. ' This is an identity-based need and relates to face-saving. Because threats to identity and loss of face evoke a powerful pre-conscious neuropsychological response in the human brain, being proven right can be a consuming drive."

Is Vindication a feeling?

Vindication is the feeling that someone's opinion or belief was justified. An example of vindication is appreciation given to a mother for her strict discipline after her children are older. Vindication is defined as the act of justifying or clearing someone of blame.

What does it mean to feel vindicated?

To be vindicated is to be proven correct or cleared of blame. But, for emo fans of a certain age, the word instantly brings to mind the 2004 Dashboard Confessional hit “Vindicated,” which repeats the word—very emotionally, very often. Related words: absolved.