absolve
The word “absolve” has 2 syllables: ab-solve
It's pronounced as /əbˈzɒlv/
What is synonym and antonym for absolve?
In the thesaurus, “absolve” has 7 synonyms and 12 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for absolve along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for absolve
- acquit
- exempt
- exonerate
- forgive
- pardon
- relieve
- vindicate
Antonyms for absolve
- accuse
- blame
- censure
- charge
- condemn
- convict
- damn
- impeach
- incriminate
- indict
- punish
- sentence
Meanings of absolve
- verb
- To set free, release or discharge (from obligations, debts, responsibility etc.).
- To resolve; to explain; to solve.
- To pronounce free from or give absolution for a penalty, blame, or guilt.
- To pronounce not guilty; to grant a pardon for.
- To grant a remission of sin; to give absolution to.
- To remit a sin; to give absolution for a sin.
- To finish; to accomplish.
- To pass a course or test; to gain credit for a class; to qualify academically.
Example Sentences
- The court's decision to absolve him of all charges brought great relief to his family.
- We must find a way to absolve ourselves of the mistakes we've made.
- The apology was sincere, but it could not absolve him of the harm he caused.
- Forgiveness can absolve the soul of bitterness and resentment.
- The confession was a crucial step in his journey to absolve himself of guilt and move forward.
On this page you'll find 19 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to absolve, such as: accuse, acquit, blame, censure, charge, condemn, convict.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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