Opposite of to remove from suspicion or guilt
Opposite of to relieve (someone or something) of a load, punishment or responsibility
Opposite of to forgive (someone) for a fault or offense
“I resent my father for my abusive childhood and the ramifications it has on my ability to sustain any meaningful relationship.”
Opposite of to disburden or free oneself of someone or something that is unwanted
(archaic) Opposite of to grant some particular exemption to
“The Government invited industries and institutions to provide quality medical service because it did not want to burden people with more taxes.”
Opposite of to forgive (someone) for a fault or offense
“The Speaker is also responsible for maintaining order during debate and may punish members who break the rules of the House.”
Opposite of to release from the custody or restraint of the law
“The House of Lords may imprison an individual for any fixed period of time, but an individual imprisoned by the House of Commons is set free upon prorogation.”
Opposite of to make ceremonially, morally or religiously clean
Opposite of to support, justify, or make an excuse for a (perceived) misdeed
“He is fair and honest in all his inquiries and deliberations, ready to own his mistakes, and thankful for every help to discover them.”
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