absolution vs absolve

absolution is a noun but absolve is not a noun.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
absolution	Yes	No	No	No
absolve	No	No	Yes	No

absolution (noun)	absolve (noun)
the act of absolving or remitting; formal redemption as pronounced by a priest in the sacrament of penance
the condition of being formally forgiven by a priest in the sacrament of penance

absolution (verb)	absolve (verb)
	let off the hook
	grant remission of a sin to