absolve (Meaning)
absolve (v)
grant remission of a sin to
let off the hook
absolve (v. t.)
To set free, or release, as from some obligation, debt, or responsibility, or from the consequences of guilt or such ties as it would be sin or guilt to violate; to pronounce free; as, to absolve a subject from his allegiance; to absolve an offender, which amounts to an acquittal and remission of his punishment.
To free from a penalty; to pardon; to remit (a sin); -- said of the sin or guilt.
To finish; to accomplish.
To resolve or explain.
Synonyms & Antonyms of absolve
absolve Sentence Examples
- The priest offered a sincere prayer to absolve the parishioner of their sins.
- The court decision sought to absolve the defendant of any criminal liability.
- A heartfelt apology can sometimes absolve misunderstandings and heal relationships.
- The manager decided to absolve the employee of any wrongdoing after a thorough investigation.
- The forgiveness in his eyes seemed to absolve her of the guilt she carried.
- In therapy, individuals work towards self-forgiveness to absolve themselves of emotional burdens.
- The sincere confession was met with a willingness to absolve and move forward.
- The company implemented new policies to absolve itself of past ethical controversies.
- The legal team sought evidence that could absolve their client from the allegations.
- The act of charity was seen as an attempt to absolve oneself of any previous wrongs.
FAQs About the word absolve
grant remission of a sin to, let off the hookTo set free, or release, as from some obligation, debt, or responsibility, or from the consequences of guilt or suc
acquit, clear, vindicate, exculpate,exonerate, forgive, excuse, redress, remit, atone (for)
charge, charge, indict,incriminate, accuse, impeach, impeach, incriminate, accuse, indict
The priest offered a sincere prayer to absolve the parishioner of their sins.
The court decision sought to absolve the defendant of any criminal liability.
A heartfelt apology can sometimes absolve misunderstandings and heal relationships.
The manager decided to absolve the employee of any wrongdoing after a thorough investigation.
