Pronunciation: /æbˈzɑlvər/
noun a person who absolves or forgives
A1 An absolver is someone who forgives others.
A2 In some religions, an absolver is a priest who grants absolution.
B1 The absolver in the confessional provided comfort and guidance to the penitent.
B2 The absolver's words of forgiveness brought peace to the troubled soul.
C1 The absolver's role in the sacrament of reconciliation is crucial for spiritual healing.
C2 The absolver's compassion and wisdom helped the sinner find redemption.
verb to absolve or forgive
A1 The judge absolved the defendant of all charges.
A2 The priest absolved the parishioner of their sins during confession.
B1 The company absolved the employee of any wrongdoing in the incident.
B2 The therapist helped the patient absolve themselves of guilt and shame.
C1 The president absolved the country of its debts through a strategic economic plan.
C2 The forgiveness ceremony helped the community absolve past grievances and move forward in unity.
formal The judge has the power to absolve the defendant of all charges.
informal I heard the priest absolved Sarah of her sins during confession.
slang Don't worry, I'll make sure to absolve you of any blame in front of the boss.
figurative Forgiveness can be a powerful tool to absolve oneself of guilt and move forward.
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