Which of the following words is closest in meaning to “Absolve”?

Absolve means to clear of blame or a charge; to acquit.

• Correct answer - acquit: it has the same meaning as Absolve.
• concentrate: to focus one's attention - wrong, it does not mean the same as Absolve.
• penalize: to punish - wrong, it does not mean the same as Absolve.
• digest: to break down food in the body - wrong, it does not mean the same as Absolve.