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Definition of excusal

excusal

/ɪkˈskjuːzəl/
ex · cus · al
Adverb:excusably
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Plural:excusals
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Adjective:excusable
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excusal Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The formal act of excusing or releasing someone from a duty, requirement, or obligation, especially in a legal or academic context.

Example

"The judge granted the prospective juror an excusal due to a documented medical hardship."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Unlike 'excuse' (which refers to the reason given for a fault or absence), 'excusal' specifically denotes the formal act of releasing someone from an obligation, especially jury duty or legal proceedings.

• Rhymes for excusal

• Nearby Words

excursion
excusable
excusably
excusal
excuse
exe
executable

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from the verb 'excuse' (from Latin 'excusare', meaning to release from a charge) combined with the noun-forming suffix '-al'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Excusal. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/excusal
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