English Synonym Finder

forgive

Definitions

To stop feeling angry or resentful toward someone for an offense, flaw, or mistake.

To cancel a debt or obligation.

Examples

It is often easier to forgive others than it is to forgive yourself.

She decided to forgive him for his past mistakes so they could move forward.

Synonyms

pardon absolve excuse acquit condone remit exonerate

Antonyms

blame condemn punish resent accuse convict chastise