absolution

noun

1. (countable, uncountable)An absolving of sins from ecclesiastical penalties by an authority.
2. (countable, uncountable)The forgiveness of sins, in a general sense.
3. (countable, uncountable)The form of words by which a penitent is absolved.
4. (countable, uncountable)An absolving, or setting free from guilt, sin, or penalty; forgiveness of an offense.

   “Governments granting absolution to the nation.”

   “The true aim of medicine is not to make men virtuous; it is to safeguard and rescue them from the consequences of their vices. The physician does not preach repentance; he offers absolution.”

5. (countable, obsolete, uncountable)An acquittal, or sentence of a judge declaring an accused person innocent.
6. (countable, obsolete, uncountable)Delivery, in speech.

   “the words are chosen , their sound ample , the composition full , the absolution plenteous”