An absolving of sins from ecclesiastical penalties by an authority.
An absolving, or setting free from guilt, sin, or penalty; forgiveness of an offense.
The form of words by which a penitent is absolved.
The forgiveness of sins, in a general sense.
Judicial or ecclesiastical sentence or reprimand; condemnatory judgment.
An official reprimand.
The act of blaming, criticizing, or condemning as wrong; reprehension.
To criticize harshly.
To formally rebuke.