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
wizardrythe art or practices of a wizard : sorcery
equityjustice according to natural law or right
niggletrifle
enfranchiseto set free (as from slavery)
mawkishlacking flavor or having an unpleasant taste
comeuppancea deserved rebuke or penalty : deserts
exodusthe mainly narrative second book of canonical Jewish and Christian Scripture see Bible Table
representationalone that represents: such as
friskto search (a person) for something (such as a concealed weapon) by running the hand rapidly over the clothing and through the pockets
gerrymanderthe act or method of gerrymandering