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PARDON

(noun, verb, interj.)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Pardon.

How to pronounce pardon:

US

Pardon - as a noun

The act of excusing a mistake or offense

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
forgiveness18
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
benignity15kindness13
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A warrant granting release from punishment for an offense

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
amnesty12

The formal act of liberating someone

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
amnesty12free pardon

Pardon - as a verb

Accept an excuse for

Example: "Please excuse my dirty hands"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
excuse15

Grant a pardon to

Example: "Ford pardoned nixon"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
forgive14
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Pardon - as an interjection

Often used when someone does not understand what another person says.

Example Sentences

"I ask for your pardon for arriving late to the meeting."
"The governor granted a pardon to the convicted criminal."
"He received a presidential pardon for his crimes."
"The judge showed leniency and granted a pardon to the remorseful defendant."
"She begged for her father's pardon after breaking his favorite vase."
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Word Game Points

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

PARDON has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is PARDON a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, pardon is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PARDON has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is PARDON a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, pardon is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PARDON has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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