absolve

Short definition from Wiktionary

Verb

1. 1
   To set free, release or discharge (from obligations, debts, responsibility etc.).
2. 2
   To resolve; to explain; to solve.
3. 3
   To pronounce free from or give absolution for a penalty, blame, or guilt.
4. 4
   To pronounce not guilty; to grant a pardon for.
5. 5
   To grant a remission of sin; to give absolution to.
6. 6
   To remit a sin; to give absolution for a sin.
7. 7
   To finish; to accomplish.
8. 8
   To pass a course or test; to gain credit for a class; to qualify academically.