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absolve Synonyms

Another word for absolve

Choosing another word for absolve depends on context, so the 11 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To grant ecclesiastical remission of sins to a penitent person (in Christian theology).

Usage Example

"Following confession, the priest absolved the parishioner of his sins."

Strongest
forgive
Strong
pardon
remit
shrive

• verb (Context 2)

To declare someone free from guilt, obligation, or punishment.

Usage Example

"The official inquiry absolved the director of any personal responsibility for the financial losses."

Strongest
exonerate
exculpate
acquit
Strong
vindicate
pardon
forgive
clear
exempt
excuse

Opposites of absolve

The opposite of absolve shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

blame
condemn
convict
damn
incriminate
accuse
charge
implicate
See all opposites of absolve

• Nearby Words

absoluteness
absolution
absolutist
absolve
absorb
absorbable
absorbed

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Absolve. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/absolve
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