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absolved

The word “absolved” has 2 syllables: ab-solved

It's pronounced as /əbˈzɒlvd/

What is synonym and antonym for absolved?

In the thesaurus, “absolved” has 6 synonyms and 9 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for absolved along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for absolved

  • acquitted
  • clean
  • cleared
  • exonerated
  • immune
  • vindicated

Antonyms for absolved

  • accused
  • arraigned
  • charged
  • convicted
  • culpable
  • guilty
  • impeached
  • incriminated
  • indicted

Meanings of absolved

  • verb
    1. To set free, release or discharge (from obligations, debts, responsibility etc.).
    2. To resolve; to explain; to solve.
    3. To pronounce free from or give absolution for a penalty, blame, or guilt.
    4. To pronounce not guilty; to grant a pardon for.
    5. To grant a remission of sin; to give absolution to.
    6. To remit a sin; to give absolution for a sin.
    7. To finish; to accomplish.
    8. To pass a course or test; to gain credit for a class; to qualify academically.

Example Sentences

  • The judge absolved the defendant of all charges due to lack of evidence.
  • His sincere apology absolved him of any wrongdoing in the eyes of his friends.
  • The priest absolved her sins during confession, granting her peace of mind.
  • His selfless act of kindness could not be absolved by mere words, it touched everyone's heart.
  • Accepting responsibility is the first step toward seeking absolution and being absolved of guilt.

On this page you'll find 15 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to absolved, such as: accused, acquitted, arraigned, charged, clean, cleared, convicted.

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