What is another word for absolve oneself?

Pronunciation: [ɐbsˈɒlv wɒnsˈɛlf] (IPA)

The phrase "absolve oneself" means to free oneself from blame or responsibility for something that has been done. There are many other words that can be used to convey this same meaning. For instance, one might say "exonerate oneself," "justify oneself," or "vindicate oneself." Alternatively, a person might say that they are "acquitting oneself" or "cleansing oneself" of blame. The term "excuse oneself" might be used to suggest that the person is seeking forgiveness or leniency for an action. Regardless of the specific word chosen, the underlying concept remains the same: the person is trying to distance themselves from any negative consequences or criticism that might result from their actions.

What are the hypernyms for Absolve oneself?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    redeem oneself, clear oneself, excuse oneself, acquit oneself, exonerate oneself, absolve oneself from blame, extenuate oneself, forgive oneself, liberate oneself, purge oneself.

Related words: absolve oneself of a crime, absolve oneself of responsibility, absolve oneself of sin, absolve oneself from guilt, absolve oneself from blame, absolve oneself from one's sins

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