Absolution is the act of being freed from guilt, blame, or punishment. REPARATION (10 letters) is the act of making up for a wrong or injury by providing compensation. JUSTIFICATION (13 letters) is the act of providing a valid reason or explanation for an action. FREEING (7 letters) is the act of setting someone free from confinement, slavery, or oppression. EXEMPTION (9 letters) is the act of being released from a duty or obligation. PARDON (6 letters) is the act of forgiving or excusing a crime or offense. ACQUITTAL (9 letters) is the act of being found not guilty in a criminal trial. AMNESTY (7 letters) is the act of granting a general PARDON for offenses. FORGIVENESS (11 letters) is the act of pardoning someone and ceasing to feel resentment towards them. INDULGENCE (10 letters) is the act of allowing someone to do something that is usually not allowed. EXCUSE (6 letters) is the act of forgiving someone for a mistake or offense.