Condonation (Noun)
Meaning
A pardon by treating the offender as if the offense had not occurred.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The judge's decision to grant condonation to the young offender was met with both praise and criticism from the community.
- The company's condonation of the employee's mistake was seen as a generous gesture, but some argued it set a bad precedent.
- After a heartfelt apology, the victim offered condonation to her attacker, choosing to forgive and move forward.
- The government's condonation of the former dictator's crimes was widely condemned by human rights groups.
- The couple's decision to grant each other condonation for past transgressions was a crucial step in rebuilding their relationship.