Synonym of ABSOLVE

Answer: Option A

Exonerate : (of an official body) absolve (someone) from blame for a fault or wrongdoing.
Consume : eat, drink, or ingest (food or drink).
Maltreat : treat (a person or animal) cruelly or with violence.
Engage : occupy or attract (someone's interest or attention).
Absolve : declare (someone) free from guilt, obligation, or punishment.

Synonym of Absolve is Exonerate