Absolution

Pronunciation: /æb.sə.lu.ʃən/

Definitions of absolution

noun Absolution is a noun that refers to the act of being forgiven or pardoned for a wrongdoing or sin, often through a religious or spiritual process.

Example Sentences

A1 In some religions, absolution is given by a priest after confession.

A2 The character sought absolution for his sins before the final battle.

B1 The judge's decision provided absolution for the defendant, clearing his name.

B2 The CEO sought absolution for the company's unethical practices through a public apology.

C1 The artist's masterpiece was seen as absolution for his previous controversial works.

C2 The politician's speech was met with skepticism, as many doubted his sincerity and sought true absolution.

Examples of absolution in a Sentence

formal The priest granted absolution to the repentant sinner during confession.

informal She felt a sense of absolution after apologizing to her friend.

slang I'm seeking absolution for skipping class by bringing the teacher a coffee.

figurative Finding absolution in nature, he felt at peace with himself.

Grammatical Forms of absolution

• past tense: absolved
• plural: absolutions
• comparative: more absolving
• superlative: most absolving
• present tense: absolves
• future tense: will absolve
• perfect tense: have absolved
• continuous tense: is absolving
• singular: absolution
• positive degree: absolution
• infinitive: to absolve
• gerund: absolving
• participle: absolved

Origin and Evolution of absolution

First Known Use: 1200 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'absolution' originated from the Latin word 'absolutio', which means 'release' or 'deliverance'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'absolution' has come to specifically refer to the forgiveness of sins in a religious context, particularly in the Christian faith where it is a sacrament performed by a priest.