1. capable of being forgiven or pardoned
Usage: formal; often used in religious or legal contexts

Examples

• The priest assured her that all sins are remissible through genuine repentance.
• His minor infractions were considered remissible offenses.
• The court determined that the defendant’s actions were remissible given the circumstances.
• She wondered if her harsh words were truly remissible.
• The theology professor explained which sins are remissible and which are not.
• His youthful mistakes were deemed remissible by the admissions committee.