to disregard or overlook (something illegal, objectionable, or the like).

to give tacit approval to

By his silence, he seemed to condone their behavior.

to pardon or forgive (an offense); excuse.

to cause the condonation of.

Law . to forgive or act so as to imply forgiveness of (a violation of the marriage vow).

verb

censure , condemn , forbid , not allow , prevent

verb

buy * , disregard , excuse , forget , forgive , give green light , go along with , ignore , lap up , let it come , let it go by , let pass , look the other way , nod at , okay , overlook , pardon , pass over , remit , wink at * , absolve , tolerate