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PARDONING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Pardoning.

Pardoning - as a noun

The act of excusing a mistake or offense

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
forgiveness
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
benignitykindness
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A warrant granting release from punishment for an offense

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
amnesty

The formal act of liberating someone

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
amnestyfree pardon

Pardoning - as a verb

Accept an excuse for

Example: "Please excuse my dirty hands"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
excuse

Grant a pardon to

Example: "Ford pardoned nixon"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
forgive
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The pardoning of the prisoners was met with mixed reactions."
"The president's pardoning of a political ally sparked controversy."
"Many believe that the pardoning of white-collar criminals is unfair."
"The court's pardoning of the defendant surprised everyone."
"The governor issued a blanket pardoning for all non-violent drug offenses."
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Word Game Points

Is PARDONING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, pardoning is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PARDONING has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is PARDONING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, pardoning is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PARDONING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is PARDONING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, pardoning is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PARDONING has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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