1. to formally declare someone free from guilt, blame, or responsibility
2. to give religious forgiveness for sins
Usage: religious

Examples

• The investigation absolved him of any wrongdoing.
• New evidence helped absolve the suspect of the charges.
• The priest absolved the penitent of his sins.
• She hoped the confession would absolve her guilt.
• The court absolved the company of liability.
• He was absolved of all responsibility for the accident.
• The witness testimony absolved her completely.