Pronunciation: [pˈɑːdənd] (IPA) 
The word "pardoned" is spelled with the letter "n" in the end, not "ed". This is because when the verb "pardon" is conjugated in the past tense for the third person singular (he/she/it), it follows the regular rule of adding "-ed" to the base form. However, as "pardon" ends with a consonant, "n" is added before the "-ed" to make it easier to pronounce. IPA phonetic transcription for "pardoned" is /ˈpɑːdn̩d/ (PAHR-dnd).
Pardoned is a verb that refers to the formal act of forgiving or exempting someone from punishment for their wrongdoing. It is an official declaration or decision made by a person or authority with the power to grant pardons, such as a president, governor, or judge. When someone is pardoned, they are essentially released from the legal consequences of their actions, and their previous conviction or guilt is retroactively nullified.
To be pardoned means to receive mercy or clemency in the face of punishment. It implies that the pardoned individual is no longer held morally or legally responsible for their offense. Pardons can be granted for various reasons, including acts of public good, political considerations, or retributive justice. They are often seen as acts of mercy or redemption, allowing individuals to move forward with their lives free from the burdens of their past criminal record.
Pardons can be highly contentious and subject to public debate, as there may be disagreement about whether an individual deserves forgiveness or should still face the consequences of their actions. Pardons can also have significant implications for the pardoned person's rights and privileges, such as voting rights, eligibility for certain professions, or access to government benefits. Overall, being pardoned signifies the granting of forgiveness and a second chance to individuals who have been found guilty of a crime, allowing them to rebuild their lives without the weight of their past transgressions.
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The word "pardoned" has its origins in the Latin word "perdōnāre", which is derived from the combination of two Latin words: "per", meaning "through" or "thoroughly", and "dōnum", meaning "gift" or "favor". "Perdōnāre" originally referred to the act of granting a favor or gift, and eventually came to specifically denote the act of forgiving or remitting a punishment or offense. This Latin term was borrowed into Old French as "pardonner", and subsequently entered the English language during the Middle English period as "pardon". Over time, the suffix "-ed" was added to create the past participle form "pardoned".
