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remission

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of remission

release from the guilt or penalty of an offense

the remission of sins

Synonyms of remission

absolution, amnesty, forgiveness, pardon, remittal

Words Related to remission

acquittal, exculpation, exoneration, vindication

exemption, immunity, impunity, indemnity

commutation, commuting, reprieve

clemency, leniency, mercy

Near Antonyms of remission

conviction, sentence

assessment, charge, fine, imposition, levying

castigation, chastening, chastisement, condemnation

Antonyms of remission

penalty, punishment, retribution

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