Condone

/kənˈdoʊn/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To overlook, forgive, or disregard an offense or wrongdoing.

The teacher refused to condone cheating on the exam.

To accept or allow behavior that is morally wrong or offensive.

Many people believe that the government should not condone such actions.

To pardon or excuse behavior that is usually considered unacceptable.

He didn't condone the use of violence, even in self-defense.

From Latin 'condonare', which means 'to give up, remit.'

turn a blind eye

To ignore something that you know is wrong.

look the other way

To intentionally ignore something bad.

let it slide

To allow something to happen without punishment.

forgive

To stop feeling angry or resentful towards someone for an offense.

excuse

To overlook or forgive a fault or offense.

tolerate

To allow the existence of something that one does not necessarily approve of.

Give a pass

He always gives a pass to his friends when they mess up.

Let it go

Don't worry about it, just let it go.