absolves

The word “absolves” has 2 syllables: ab-solves

It's pronounced as /əbˈzɒlvz/


What is synonym and antonym for absolves?

In the thesaurus, “absolves” has 9 synonyms and 12 antonyms.

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


Synonyms for absolves

  • acquit
  • acquits
  • exempt
  • exonerate
  • exonerates
  • forgive
  • pardon
  • relieve
  • vindicate

Antonyms for absolves

  • accuse
  • accuses
  • blame
  • censure
  • charge
  • condemn
  • convict
  • damn
  • incriminates
  • indicts
  • punish
  • sentence

Meanings of absolves

  • 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 forgiveness he seeks absolves him from the burden of guilt.
  • A sincere apology often absolves misunderstandings between friends.
  • The completion of his community service absolves him of the legal consequences of his actions.
  • The decision to pardon the prisoner absolves him of his past crimes in the eyes of the law.
  • His heroic sacrifice absolves him of any doubt about his loyalty.

On this page you'll find 21 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to absolves, such as: accuse, accuses, acquit, acquits, blame, censure, charge.

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