Excused
/ɪkˈskjuːzd/
Definitions
- (adj.) Freed from a duty, obligation, or liability by formal approval or exemption.
The employee was excused from jury duty due to health reasons.
- (v.) (Past participle of excuse) To formally release or exempt someone from an obligation or penalty.
He was excused from attending the meeting because of a family emergency.
Forms
- excuse
- excuses
- excusing
Related terms
See also
Commentary
As a past participle adjective, 'excused' denotes formal exemption; as a verb form, it functions in perfect tenses referencing 'excuse.'
This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.