Synonyms for Pardon

Shrive
absolve acquit behave confess decontaminate destigmatize	discharge dismiss exculpate excuse exempt	exonerate forgive justify let go let off	pardon remit shrive vindicate whitewash

Leniency
acceptance benevolence clemency compassion condolence connivance forbearance	forgiveness gratification humanity indulgence kindness leniency magnanimity	mercifulness mercy mitigation pardon pathos patience permissiveness	pity pleasing reprieve ruth self-pity sufferance tolerance