absolutory
adj. C2 Proficiency ab·so·lu·to·ry
adj. relating to something that completely removes a problem or a bad situation. It describes a solution that leaves nothing behind.
adj. relating to the complete removal or cancellation of a liability, obligation, or legal charge. Often used in legal or ecclesiastical contexts to describe a formal act of release.
The court issued an absolutory decree to clear his name.
The priest performed an absolutory rite to ensure the penitent was fully forgiven for their sins.
In the absence of an absolutory clause in the contract, the remaining debts would still be enforceable against the estate of the deceased partner.
From Latin absolūtōrius, from absolvō (“absolve”).