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amnesty

/ˈæmnəsti/

amnestynoun

amnesties

/ˈæmnəsti/

Translations

амнистия

The government declared an amnesty for political prisoners.

Правительство объявило амнистию для политических заключенных.

Additional translations

помилование

Definitions

A general pardon for offenses, especially political offenses, against a government, often granted before any trial or conviction.

The government declared an amnesty for all political prisoners, allowing them to return home without fear of prosecution.

A period during which offenders are exempt from punishment for certain actions, often to encourage compliance with a new law or regulation.

The city announced a tax amnesty, giving residents a chance to pay back taxes without penalties.

Synonyms

amnestyverb

amnestied

Past Simple

amnestied

Past Participle

amnestying

Gerund

/ˈæm.nə.sti/

Translations

амнистировать

The government decided to amnesty the political prisoners.

Правительство решило амнистировать политических заключенных.

Additional translations

прощать

Definitions

To grant an official pardon to someone for past offenses, often related to political crimes.

The government decided to amnesty the political prisoners as part of the peace agreement.

Synonyms

amnestyadjective

/ˈæm.nə.sti/

Used attributively (e.g., "amnesty law", "amnesty program").

Definitions

Relating to, involving, or offering an amnesty; providing a pardon to offenders.

The amnesty program granted undocumented workers legal status.