Remission Definition

remission
noun
  1. an abatement in intensity or degree (as in the manifestations of a disease); "his cancer is in remission"
  2. a payment of money sent to a person in another place
  3. (law) the act of remitting (especially the referral of a law case to another court)
  4. the act of absolving or remitting; formal redemption as pronounced by a priest in the sacrament of penance

"Remission" in song lyrics

See how remission is used in real songs:

  • "to rid the social ills now we cancer in remission"
    Constant Flow — Walk With Me
  • "Maligned rhymes straight outta remission"
    Encore f/ Holekost, Turban — E.T.
  • "Where there's no repentance there can be no remission"
    Lauryn Hill — Freedom Time

Usage tips for "remission"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "remission" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for remission to find words that pair well.

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