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condone
[kuhn-dohn]
verb (used with object)
to disregard or overlook (something illegal, objectionable, or the like).
The government condoned the computer hacking among rival corporations.
to give tacit approval to.
By his silence, he seemed to condone their behavior.
to pardon or forgive (an offense); excuse.
His employers are willing to condone the exaggerations they uncovered in his résumé.
to cause the condonation of; justify the pardoning of (an offense).
Law., to forgive or act so as to imply forgiveness of (a violation of the marriage vow).
His spouse condoned his infidelity from the early years of their marriage.
condone
/ kənˈdəʊn, ˌkɒndəʊˈneɪʃən /
verb
to overlook or forgive (an offence)
law (esp of a spouse) to pardon or overlook (an offence, usually adultery)
Other Word Forms
- condonable adjective
- condoner noun
- uncondoned adjective
- uncondoning adjective
- condonation noun
Word History and Origins
Origin of condone1
Word History and Origins
Origin of condone1
Example Sentences
He added: "I have never been involved in, nor have I facilitated, encouraged, or condoned, any form of illegal or improper activity."
Birmingham City Council previously denied the allegations and said it did not "condone any actions which are contrary to legislation and good employment practice."
Tadjadit's lawyer, Fetta Sadat, said in a post on Facebook that her client was convicted of "condoning terrorism", "supporting terrorist organisations" and "spreading extremist ideas", among other charges.
It said it did not condone unlawful conduct and was committed to the "highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and public service".
He noted to local media about the desperation of residents who are looting and - while not condoning it - said he understands why it is happening.
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