remission
Pronunciation
/ɹiˈmɪʃən/

Definition & Meaning of "remission"in English

Remission
01

a period during which a patient's condition improves and the symptoms seem less severe

Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
remissions
Examples
After several rounds of chemotherapy, the cancer went into remission, and the patient began to regain strength and energy.
02

the action of forgiving, especially in a religious context

Examples
The priest granted remission of her sins during confession.
03

the action of referring or transferring a legal case or charge to another court or authority

Examples
The judge ordered remission of the case to a higher court.
04

the sending of money or payment to someone at another location

Examples
He arranged for remission of wages to his family in the village.
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