indult

/ɪndʌlt/; /ɪndʊlt/ (UK) /ɪnˈdʌlt/ (US)

Definitions

1. noun

A special grant of pardon or immunity, especially one granted by the Pope, or a reprieve or pardon granted by a superior authority.

“The king issued an indult to all prisoners, freeing them from their sentences.”

Synonyms

  • immunity
  • pardon
  • reprieve

Antonyms

  • penalty
  • punishment