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absolution

[ˌæbsəˈluːʃn]

absolution Definition

formal release from guilt, obligation, or punishment.

Using absolution: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "absolution" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The priest gave him absolution for his sins.

  • Example

    She sought absolution for her mistakes.

  • Example

    The court granted him absolution from the charges.

absolution Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for absolution

  • blame
  • condemnation
  • conviction

Phrases with absolution

  • a form of absolution given to a group of people without individual confession or absolution

    Example

    The priest gave general absolution to the congregation before the mass.

  • the act of releasing someone from the responsibility of something

    Example

    The company tried to avoid absolution of responsibility for the environmental damage caused by their operations.

  • the act of releasing someone from the obligation of paying a debt

    Example

    The bank granted him absolution of debt after he filed for bankruptcy.

Origins of absolution

from Latin 'absolutio', meaning 'release'

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Summary: absolution in Brief

'Absolution' [ˌæbsəˈluːʃn] is a formal release from guilt, obligation, or punishment. It can be granted by a religious authority or a court of law. Examples include 'The priest gave him absolution for his sins.' and 'The court granted him absolution from the charges.' 'Absolution' extends into phrases like 'general absolution,' referring to a form of absolution given to a group of people, and 'absolution of debt,' referring to the act of releasing someone from the obligation of paying a debt.