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- DictionaryAb·so·lu·tion/ˌabsəˈlo͞oSHən/
noun
- 1. formal release from guilt, obligation, or punishment: "absolution from the sentence"
Absolution definition, act of absolving; a freeing from blame or guilt; release from consequences, obligations, or penalties. See more.
There are nine meanings listed in OED's entry for the noun absolution, two of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence. absolution has developed meanings and uses in subjects including. ecclesiastical (Old English) liturgical (Old English) Roman history (mid 1500s) Roman law (mid 1500s ...
Definitions of 'absolution' If someone is given absolution, they are forgiven for something wrong that they have done. [formal] [...] More. Pronunciations of the word 'absolution' British English: æbsəluːʃən American English: æbsəluʃən. More. Synonyms of 'absolution' • forgiveness, release, freedom, liberation [...] More.
In a legal context, absolution is the acquittal or absolving of an accused person from blame or guilt. In a general sense, absolution can also refer to the act of absolving or releasing someone from a responsibility or obligation. History and Etymology of 'absolution'
the act of absolving or the state of being absolved; release from guilt, obligation, or punishment. a formal remission of sin pronounced by a priest in the sacrament of penance. the prescribed form of words granting such a remission. Etymology: 12th Century: from Latin absolūtiōn- acquittal, forgiveness of sins, from absolvere to absolve.
Overview. absolution. Quick Reference. The formal act of a bishop or priest pronouncing the forgiveness of sins by Christ to penitent sinners. A formula of absolution is included in many liturgical acts of worship, but according to traditional Catholic belief, mortal (or grave) sins are normally absolved only in the Sacrament of Penance.
definition 1: in Christian theology, a declaration of forgiveness of one's sins by a priest after confession and penance. The priest gave him absolution for his sins. synonyms: remission, shrift. similar words: deliverance, justification. definition 2: the act of absolving.
