forgiven

ADJECTIVE

excused

Synonyms

STRONG

pardoned reinstated

WEAK

taken back welcomed home

Example Sentences

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You might be forgiven for thinking the Arsenal manager was referring to Bukayo Saka, whose all-important goal secured their semi-final triumph on Tuesday.

From BBC • May 6, 2026

“I’m about to get all my loans forgiven, and so are you,” says the woman in the video.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026

Americans could be forgiven for wondering what is the point of the old country beyond some fine costume drama, a smattering of challenging golf courses, and a cheap alternative for their children’s education.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026

Stafford could have been forgiven for feeling surprised.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

People had probably forgiven her for all kinds of things, but I doubted she'd get much sympathy out of Patrick.

From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris