verb

absolve

/əbˈzɒlv/ abso·lve 2 syllables

To set free, release or discharge (from obligations, debts, responsibility etc.).

Word facts

Part of speech verb
Syllables 2
Letters 7
Starts with A

Definition of Absolve

To set free, release or discharge (from obligations, debts, responsibility etc.).

Example sentences

  1. 1

    You will absolve a subject from his allegiance.

Synonyms for Absolve

Antonyms for Absolve

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How many syllables does absolve have?

Absolve has 2 syllables: abso·lve. The word is broken into 2 spoken beats.

What part of speech is absolve?

Absolve is used as a verb. As a verb, it describes an action or state.

What are synonyms for absolve?

Words with similar meanings to absolve include acquit, exculpate, exonerate, pardon. The best synonym depends on the exact context you are writing or reading in.

How do you use absolve in a sentence?

Example: "You will absolve a subject from his allegiance."

What words start with the same letter as absolve?

Absolve starts with the letter A. You can browse all words beginning with A on the Word Explorer A page, or use the Prefix Finder tool to search for words that begin with specific starting letters.

How many letters does absolve have?

Absolve has 7 letters. It contains 2 syllables and starts with the letter A. In word games, letter count and syllable count can help narrow results when you know the word length.