To release (a person) from punishment or disfavor for wrongdoing or a fault: synonym: forgive.
"a convicted criminal who was pardoned by the governor."
Similar: forgive
To allow (an offense or fault) to pass without punishment or disfavor.
To make courteous allowance for; excuse.
"Pardon me, I'm in a hurry."
To release (a person) from punishment or disfavor for wrongdoing or a fault: synonym: forgive. "a convicted criminal who was pardoned by the governor." Similar: forgive To allow (an offense or fault) to pass without punishment or disfavor. To make courteous allowance for; excuse. "Pardon me, I'm in a hurry."