Synonyms for absolve

Synonyms for (verb) absolve

Synonyms: free, justify, absolve

Definition: let off the hook

Usage: I absolve you from this responsibility

Similar words: forgive

Definition: stop blaming or grant forgiveness

Usage: I forgave him his infidelity; She cannot forgive him for forgetting her birthday


Synonyms: shrive, absolve

Definition: grant remission of a sin to

Usage: The priest absolved him and told him to say ten Hail Mary's

Similar words: forgive

Definition: stop blaming or grant forgiveness

Usage: I forgave him his infidelity; She cannot forgive him for forgetting her birthday


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