Entry Word: pardon

Function: noun

Meaning: release from the guilt or penalty of an offense <the criminal is hoping for a Presidential pardon>

Synonyms absolution, amnesty, forgiveness, remission, remittal

Related Words parole; acquittal, exculpation, exoneration, vindication; exemption, immunity, impunity, indemnity; commutation, commuting, reprieve

Near Antonyms conviction, sentence; assessment, charge, fine, imposition, levying; castigation, chastening, chastisement, condemnation

Antonyms penalty, punishment, retribution