1. (noun)absolution the condition of being formally forgiven by a priest in the sacrament of penance Synonyms: remittal, remission, remission of sin
2. (noun)absolution, remission, remittal, remission of sin the act of absolving or remitting; formal redemption as pronounced by a priest in the sacrament of penance Synonyms: remittance, remission, subsidence, remitment, absolution, remission of sin, remit, remittal
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Antonyms of 'absolution'
English Synonyms and Antonyms
1. absolution Acquittal is a release from a charge, after trial, as not guilty. Pardon is a removal of penalty from one who has been adjudged guilty. Acquittal is by the decision of a court, commonly of a ju Synonyms: pardon, absolution, amnesty, forgiveness, oblivion, acquittal, forbearance, mercy, remission Antonyms: penalty, punishment, retaliation, retribution, vengeance
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