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Meaning of Absolve
The primary meaning of "absolve" is to officially or formally declare someone free from guilt, blame, or responsibility.
Definitions
- Officially or formally declare someone free from guilt, blame, or responsibility
- * Release someone from a duty, obligation, or responsibility
- * Forgive someone for a mistake or wrongdoing
Etymology of Absolve
The word "absolve" comes from the Latin "absolvere", which means "to set free" or "to acquit"
It is a combination of "ab" (meaning "from" or "away") and "solvere" (meaning "to loose" or "to free")
The word has been used in English since the 15th century to mean "to clear from guilt or blame"
Example Uses
- The priest absolved the congregation of their sins during the confession
- * The judge absolved the defendant of the crime due to lack of evidence
- * The company absolved itself of responsibility for the environmental disaster