absolution

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

Plural absolutions