absolving Meaning & Definition
Phonetic codes: AH0 B Z AA1 L V IH0 NG
What Does Absolving Mean?
Absolving is a verb that means present participle and gerund of absolve. As a noun, it means Absolution.
Absolving at a Glance
| Part of speech | verb, noun |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | acquit, exculpate and exonerate |
| Plural | absolvings |
Absolving Definition (Verb)
- present participle and gerund of absolve
Absolving as a Noun
- Absolution.
Verb
- To set free, release or discharge (from obligations, debts, responsibility etc.).
You will absolve a subject from his allegiance.
- To resolve; to explain; to solve.
- To pronounce free from or give absolution for a penalty, blame, or guilt.
- To pronounce not guilty; to grant a pardon for.
- To grant a remission of sin; to give absolution to.
- To remit a sin; to give absolution for a sin.
- To finish; to accomplish.
- To pass a course or test; to gain credit for a class; to qualify academically.
Synonyms of Absolving
Absolving synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Absolving
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Absolving in a Sentence
You will absolve a subject from his allegiance.
Word Forms & Grammar
absolving
absolving (countable and uncountable, plural absolvings)
Words That Rhyme With Absolving
Frequently Asked Questions About Absolving
Is absolving a verb or a noun?
Absolving is mainly used as a verb, but it can also be used as a noun.
What is another word for absolving?
Words with a similar meaning to absolving include acquit, exculpate and exonerate. See the full list of absolving synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of absolving?
The plural of absolving is absolvings.