Definition of absolve

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  • absolve is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 12
  • absolve is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 12
  • absolve is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 15

Definition of absolve

  • grant remission of a sin to (verb)

    Examples

    1. The priest absolved him and told him to say ten Hail Marys

    Synonyms

    1. shrive
  • let off the hook (verb)

    Examples

    1. I absolve you from this responsibility

    Synonyms

    1. free

See definition of absolve in Merriam Webster