absolution

/æb.səˈljuː.ʃn̩/noun

Middle School

1

An absolving of sins from ecclesiastical penalties by an authority.

2

The forgiveness of sins, in a general sense.

3

The form of words by which a penitent is absolved.

4

An absolving, or setting free from guilt, sin, or penalty; forgiveness of an offense.

5

An acquittal, or sentence of a judge declaring an accused person innocent.

6

Delivery, in speech.

Thesaurus

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

solution lucian ablution aleutian dilution pollution substitution confucian elocution evolution

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

aaa aba abc abd abe abo abs abt abu aca

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

boo bua chu coo dew doo dru due duo ewy

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

bash bish bosh bush blush brush bushy shrub bluish bushel

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