pardonee

/pɑːrdəˈniː/

Definitions

1. noun

the person to whom pardon is extended or granted

“The pardonee, overwhelmed with gratitude, thanked the king for the pardon.”

2. noun

one to whom a pardon is given

“The pardonee was finally able to live a peaceful life after receiving the pardon.”

Synonyms

  • beneficiary
  • recipient

Antonyms

  • offender
  • perpetrator