Another word for excuse that is 2 syllables?

Answer 1

There are several 2 syllable words which can appropriately substitute and directly replace the use of excuse. For example:

Pardon (me) for excuse me.

I cannot condone (his behavior) for I cannot excuse his behavior.

I exempt him from these duties for I excuse him from these duties.

As well other 2 syllable words for what excuse may be intending to imply are:

explain and defend.

Chris Mar