Absolution
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /æb.səˈljuː.ʃn̩/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Absolution is a noun meaning (ecclesiastical) An absolving of sins from ecclesiastical penalties by an authority.
Meaning
(ecclesiastical) An absolving of sins from ecclesiastical penalties by an authority.
More Meanings
- The forgiveness of sins, in a general sense.
- The form of words by which a penitent is absolved.
- An absolving, or setting free from guilt, sin, or penalty; forgiveness of an offense.
- (civil law, obsolete) An acquittal, or sentence of a judge declaring an accused person innocent.
- (obsolete) Delivery, in speech.
Example Sentences
Governments granting absolution to the nation.
the words are chosen , their sound ample , the composition full , the absolution plenteous
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.
Word Forms
- absolutions
Synonyms for absolution
Depending on context, synonyms include acquittance, assoilment, compurgation, acquitment, acquittal, exculpation.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include remission, acquittal, discharge, absolvement, absolviture, acquittance.
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