pardon

To release (a person) from punishment or disfavor for wrongdoing or a fault: synonym: forgive.

To allow (an offense or fault) to pass without punishment or disfavor.

To make courteous allowance for; excuse.

The act of pardoning.

Exemption of a convicted person from the penalties of an offense or crime by the power of the executor of the laws.

An official document or warrant declaring such an exemption.

Allowance or forgiveness for an offense or a discourtesy.

An indulgence.

To remit the penalty or punishment due on account of (an offense); pass by or leave without penalty, resentment, or blame; forgive; overlook.