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pardon

The word “pardon” has 2 syllables: par-don

It's pronounced as /ˈpɑːr.dən/

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In the thesaurus, “pardon” has 79 synonyms and 51 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for pardon along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for pardon

Antonyms for pardon

Meanings of pardon

  • noun
    1. Forgiveness for an offence.
    2. An order that releases a convicted criminal without further punishment, prevents future punishment, or (in some jurisdictions) removes an offence from a person's criminal record, as if it had never been committed.
  • verb
    1. To forgive (a person).
    2. To refrain from exacting as a penalty.
    3. To grant an official pardon for a crime.
  • interjection
    1. Often used when someone does not understand what another person says.

Example Sentences

  • He asked for a pardon after realizing his mistake.
  • The president granted a pardon to the wrongfully accused prisoner.
  • She whispered, pardon me, as she passed through the crowded room.
  • The king's pardon saved the man from execution.
  • He hoped for a pardon but knew he had to face the consequences.

On this page you'll find 130 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to pardon, such as: abhor, abominate, absolution, absolve, accept, acquit, acquittal.

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