absolution — formal forgiveness from God or a priest for sins that have been committed
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: formal forgiveness from God or a priest for sins that have been committed
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌæbsəˈluːʃən/
Korean meaning: 죄에 대한 사면, 용서 (특히 종교적 맥락에서)
Korean pronunciation: 압-솔-루-션 (강세: 루)
Example Sentences
- After eating his roommate's leftover pizza, Mike sought absolution through buying an entire box of apology donuts.
- The criminal sought absolution for his past crimes through community service.
- In many religions, absolution can only be granted by ordained clergy.
absolution
NOUN//ˌæbsəˈluːʃən//
formal forgiveness from God or a priest for sins that have been committed
Priest granting forgiveness for sins
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Absolution brings solution, strengthening inner resolution.
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Origin
From Latin 'absolutio', derived from 'absolvere' meaning 'to loosen' or 'to free from'. The word combines the prefix 'ab-' (away from) with 'solvere' (to loosen or release), reflecting the concept of releasing someone from guilt or obligation.
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“After eating his roommate's leftover pizza, Mike sought absolution through buying an entire box of apology donuts.”
“The criminal sought absolution for his past crimes through community service.”
“In many religions, absolution can only be granted by ordained clergy.”
“She felt a sense of absolution after finally apologizing to her sister for the childhood incident.”
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