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absolve in Latin

absolve in Latin is libero, absolvere, absolvo — absolve means to officially clear someone of blame, guilt, or responsibility.

absolve in Latin

libero
verb
(transitive) To set free, release or discharge (from obligations, debts, responsibility etc.). [First attested around 1350 to 1470.]
absolvere
verb
(transitive) To set free, release or discharge (from obligations, debts, responsibility etc.). [First attested around 1350 to 1470.]
absolvo
verb
(transitive) To pronounce free from or give absolution for a penalty, blame, or guilt. [First attested in the mid 16th century.]
absolvō
verb
(transitive) To pronounce free from or give absolution for a penalty, blame, or guilt. [First attested in the mid 16th century.]
condono
verb
(transitive) To pronounce free from or give absolution for a penalty, blame, or guilt. [First attested in the mid 16th century.]
condono
verb
(transitive, legal) To pronounce not guilty; to grant a pardon for. [First attested in the mid 16th century.]
absolvō
verb
(transitive, obsolete) To finish; to accomplish. [Attested from the late 16th century until the early 19th century.]

What does "absolve" mean?

  1. verb To officially clear someone of blame, guilt, or responsibility.
    "The inquiry absolved the company of any wrongdoing."
  2. verb To formally forgive someone of their sins.
    "The priest absolved her during confession."

absolve in a sentence

  • The inquiry absolved the company of any wrongdoing.
  • New evidence absolved him of the crime.
  • The priest absolved her during confession.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "absolve" in Latin?

"absolve" in Latin is libero, absolvere, absolvo. absolve means: To officially clear someone of blame, guilt, or responsibility.

How do you use "absolve" in a sentence?

Example: "The inquiry absolved the company of any wrongdoing." In Latin, "absolve" is libero, absolvere, absolvo.

Are there other ways to say "absolve" in Latin?

Yes — Latin has 5 translations listed for "absolve": libero, absolvere, absolvo, absolvō, condono.

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