absolution — English Dictionary

Noun

1. An absolving of sins from ecclesiastical penalties by an authority.

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2. The forgiveness of sins, in a general sense.

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3. The form of words by which a penitent is absolved.

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4. An absolving, or setting free from guilt, sin, or penalty; forgiveness of an offense.

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   Governments granting absolution to the nation.

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   The true aim of medicine is not to make men virtuous; it is to safeguard and rescue them from the consequences of their vices. The physician does not preach repentance; he offers absolution.

5. An acquittal, or sentence of a judge declaring an accused person innocent.

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   Synonyms

   acquittanceassoilmentcompurgation

6. Delivery, in speech.

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   • Obsolete
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   Examples

   the words are chosen , their sound ample , the composition full , the absolution plenteous

Noun

1. the condition of being formally forgiven by a priest in the sacrament of penance

   Broader terms

   conditionstatus

2. the act of absolving or remitting; formal redemption as pronounced by a priest in the sacrament of penance

   Synonyms

   remissionremittalremission of sin

   Broader terms

   redemptionsalvation