To pronounce free from or give absolution for a penalty, blame, or guilt.
To pronounce not guilty; to grant a pardon for.
To grant a remission of sin; to give absolution to.
To remit a sin; to give absolution for a sin.
To pass a course or test; to gain credit for a class; to qualify academically.
To set free, release or discharge (from obligations, debts, responsibility etc.).
To criticize or rebuke (someone).
To disgrace, or bring shame upon.
A mild rebuke, or an implied criticism.
Disgrace or shame.
An object of scorn.