Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
absolution
noun
/ˌæb.səlˈjuː.ʃən/
Definition
The act of forgiving someone, especially by a religious leader.
Examples
- After the confession, the priest granted him absolution.
- The court gave him absolution for the mistake, allowing him to move on.
Meaning
Absolution refers to the formal release from guilt, obligation, or punishment, often granted by a priest in the context of confession.
Synonyms
- forgiveness
- pardon
- exoneration
- redemption
- clemency
