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absolution in Dutch

absolution in Dutch is absolutie, dispensatie, vergiffenis — absolution means a formal declaration of forgiveness for sins, especially one given by a priest.

absolution in Dutch

absolutie
noun
(ecclesiastical) An absolving of sins from ecclesiastical penalties by an authority. [First attested around 1150 to 1350.]
dispensatie
noun
(ecclesiastical) An absolving of sins from ecclesiastical penalties by an authority. [First attested around 1150 to 1350.]
absolutie
noun
The form of words by which a penitent is absolved. [First attested around 1350 to 1470.]
absolutie
noun
An absolving, or setting free from guilt, sin, or penalty; forgiveness of an offense. [First attested around 1350 to 1470.]
vergiffenis
noun
An absolving, or setting free from guilt, sin, or penalty; forgiveness of an offense. [First attested around 1350 to 1470.]
vrijspraak
noun
(civil, _, legal, obsolete) An acquittal, or sentence of a judge declaring an accused person innocent. [First attested in the early 17th century.]

What does "absolution" mean?

  1. noun A formal declaration of forgiveness for sins, especially one given by a priest.
    "The priest granted him absolution after his confession."
  2. noun A general release from blame or guilt for wrongdoing.
    "She sought absolution for the mistakes of her youth."
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absolution in a sentence

  • The priest granted him absolution after his confession.
  • She sought absolution for the mistakes of her youth.

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What is "absolution" in Dutch?

"absolution" in Dutch is absolutie, dispensatie, vergiffenis. absolution means: A formal declaration of forgiveness for sins, especially one given by a priest.

How do you use "absolution" in a sentence?

Example: "The priest granted him absolution after his confession." In Dutch, "absolution" is absolutie, dispensatie, vergiffenis.

Are there other ways to say "absolution" in Dutch?

Yes — Dutch has 4 translations listed for "absolution": absolutie, dispensatie, vergiffenis, vrijspraak.

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