forgave

/fɔrˈgeɪv/

Definitions

1. verb

past tense of forgive; to give up resentment against someone

“She forgave him for what he had done.”

2. verb

past tense of forgive; to cancel or remit a debt, especially a fine or penalty

“The judge forgave the fine and instead sentenced him to community service.”

3. noun

a past action of forgiving

“Her act of forgiveness was a brave one.”

4. adjective

forgiving; having the quality of forgiving

“She’s a very forgave person.”

Synonyms

  • excused
  • forgave
  • pardoned

Antonyms

  • resented
  • unforgave