absolve [verb]

Definition of absolve:

grant remission of a sin to

Synonyms of absolve:

● Shrive

● Exonerate

● Acquit

● Excuse

● Release

● Free

● Exculpate

● Forgive

● Clear

● Discharge

● Exempt

● Pardon


Opposite/Antonyms of absolve:

● Condemn

● Blame

● Bind

● Charge

● Convict

● Incriminate

● Sentence

● Impeach

● Punish

● Accuse

● Obligate


Sentence/Example of absolve:

The capacity of history to absolve political actors is a cynical and immoral doctrine.