vindicate vs vindication

vindicate is not a noun while vindication is a noun.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
vindicate	No	No	Yes	No
vindication	Yes	No	No	No

vindicate (noun)	vindication (noun)
	the act of vindicating or defending against criticism or censure etc.
	the justification for some act or belief

vindicate (verb)	vindication (verb)
show to be right by providing justification or proof
clear of accusation, blame, suspicion, or doubt with supporting proof
maintain, uphold, or defend