condone: Meaning and Definition of

con•done

1. to disregard or overlook (something illegal, objectionable, or the like).
2. to give tacit approval to: By his silence, he seemed to condone their behavior.
3. to pardon or forgive (an offense); excuse.
4. to cause the condonation of.
5. to forgive or act so as to imply forgiveness of (a violation of the marriage vow).