Synonyms of remission

remission

noun

ri-ˈmi-shən 

as in forgiveness

release from the guilt or penalty of an offense

the remission of sins

Synonyms & Similar Words

• forgiveness
• amnesty
• pardon
• immunity
• absolution
• remittal
• parole
• exoneration
• vindication
• exemption
• acquittal
• indemnity
• commutation
• exculpation
• impunity
• condonation
• leniency
• clemency
• commuting
• reprieve
• mercy

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• punishment
• penalty
• sentence
• retribution
• conviction
• assessment
• charge
• imposition
• fine
• condemnation
• levying
• chastisement
• castigation
• chastening

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of remission

The actor battled blood cancer before announcing his remission in April. — Leigh Blickley, Entertainment Weekly, 14 July 2026

These are much higher response and remission rates than trials of the existing medications used for postpartum depression treatment. — Camille Hoffman, The Conversation, 7 July 2026

Abivax added that more than a third of patients who didn't respond to the treatment initially achieved remission after about 10 months. — Fred Imbert, CNBC, 1 July 2026

How could a diagnosis of a condition with no remission that demands a lifetime of constant oversight become a fierce weapon for victory? — Moira McCarthy, Boston Herald, 24 June 2026