Question

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word-
ABSOLVE
a. Punish
b. Pardon
c. Waste
d. Spend

Answer 1

Hint: The dictionary meaning of the given word absolve is - declare (someone) free from guilt, obligation, or punishment.

Complete answer:
Absolve is a transitive verb which means, to set someone free from an obligation or the consequences of guilt. For example: The jury absolved the defendants of their crimes.

Now let us examine all the given options so that we get the correct answer.
> Option ‘a' is Punish. Punish means inflict or sanction on (someone) as retribution for an offense, especially a transgression of a legal or moral code.
For example: I've done wrong and now mom will punish me.
> Option ’b’ is Pardon. Pardon means the action of forgiving or being forgiven for an error or offence.
For example: He obtained pardon for his sins.
> Option 'c' is Waste. Waste means use or expend carelessly, extravagantly, or to no purpose.
For example: We can't afford to waste electricity.
> Option 'd' is Spend. Spend means give (money) to pay for goods, services, or so as to benefit someone or something.
For example: She spent a lot of time travelling.

As we know the meaning of all the given options, we can easily figure out the answer. The appropriate synonym for Absolve is option 'b' pardon.

Hence, the correct answer is option 'b', pardon.

Note: Pardon may also be used as a request to the speaker to repeat something he/she has already said.