Absolve

/əbˈzɔlv/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To free someone from blame, guilt, or responsibility.

The jury decided to absolve the defendant of all charges.

To grant forgiveness or pardon.

She hoped that her confession would absolve her of her sins.

To release someone from a duty or obligation.

The manager was able to absolve the team from working overtime due to the holiday.

From Latin 'absolvere' meaning 'to set free, to loosen'.

absolve oneself

To free oneself from guilt or responsibility.

absolve from a duty

To release someone from a specific obligation.

exonerate

To clear someone from blame or fault.

pardon

To forgive or excuse someone.

Let off the hook

He was let off the hook for his mistake.

Off the hook

She felt off the hook after receiving forgiveness.