absolution

noun
  1. The formal release from guilt, obligation, or punishment, often used in a religious context to refer to the forgiveness of sins. noun
    The priest granted her absolution after she confessed her sins.
    He sought absolution for his past mistakes through meditation and charity work.
  2. An act of absolving or the state of being absolved; a freeing from blame or guilt; release from consequences, obligations, or penalties. noun
    The court's decision provided him with absolution from the charges.
    She felt a sense of absolution after apologizing to her friend.