GRE Word List

ABSOLVE

to set (someone) free from an obligation or the consequences of guilt

The meaning of the word absolve is to set (someone) free from an obligation or the consequences of guilt.

Random words

WordMeaning
tributesomething given or contributed voluntarily as due or deserved
augurydivination from auspices (see auspice
inquisitorone who inquires or makes inquisition
vilemorally despicable or abhorrent
encipherto convert (a message) into cipher
epitheta characterizing word or phrase accompanying or occurring in place of the name of a person or thing
infiltrateto enter or become established in gradually or unobtrusively usually for subversive purposes
semblanceoutward and often specious appearance or show : form
commemorativeintended as a commemoration
exhilaratingcausing strong feelings of happy excitement and elation : thrilling