Absolving

/əbˈzɑːlvɪŋ/ verb

Definition

The act of forgiving someone or releasing them from guilt, blame, or responsibility.

Etymology

From 'absolve' + '-ing' (present participle). Used to describe the ongoing or continuous action of forgiveness or release from obligation.

Kelly Says

There's something psychologically powerful about the idea of 'absolving'—completely wiping away guilt rather than just accepting it. That's why religious confession practices were so emotionally intense!

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