absolution

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun the condition of being formally forgiven by a priest in the sacrament of penance
  2. noun the act of absolving or remitting; formal redemption as pronounced by a priest in the sacrament of penance

Etymology

From Middle English absolucion, absolucioun, from Old French absolution, from Latin absolūtiōnem, accusative singular of absolūtiō (“acquittal”), from absolvō (“absolve”). See also absolve.

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