Remission
/riˈmɪʃən/
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Definition
(noun) A pardon of a sin; (chiefly historical, also figuratively) the forgiveness of an offence, or relinquishment of a (legal) claim or a debt.
Sentence Examples
Tom is in remission.
Doctors declared Layla's cancer in remission.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The oncologist was pleased to report that the cancer had gone into full ____ after six months of treatment.