Definitions
- Referring to a special permission or privilege granted by the church authority. - Talking about an exemption from a particular law or rule, usually granted by the pope. - Describing an official authorization to perform a specific action or ceremony.
- Referring to an exemption from a particular law or rule, usually granted by a higher authority. - Talking about a formal release from an obligation or vow, such as marriage vows. - Describing an official authorization to perform a specific action or ceremony.
List of Similarities
- 1Both indult and dispensation refer to an exemption from a particular law or rule.
- 2Both words are associated with official authorization or permission.
- 3Both words are commonly used in religious contexts.
What is the difference?
- 1Scope: Indult is often used to refer to specific permissions or privileges granted by the pope, while dispensation can be granted by various authorities and can refer to a broader range of exemptions.
- 2Usage: Indult is typically used in reference to liturgical practices, while dispensation can be used in a wider range of contexts, including legal, moral, and ethical matters.
- 3Connotation: Indult has a more positive connotation, implying a special privilege or honor, while dispensation can have a neutral or negative connotation, suggesting a release from an obligation or duty.
- 4Formality: Indult is a more formal term than dispensation, which can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
Remember this!
Indult and dispensation are synonyms that refer to an exemption from a particular law or rule, often granted by a higher authority. While both words share similarities in meaning, they differ in origin, scope, usage, connotation, and formality.
