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Definitions

forgiveness

[fer-giv-nis] / fərˈgɪv nɪs /
NOUN
pardon; end of blame
Synonyms
STRONGEST
absolution amnesty clemency compassion dispensation grace mercy remission reprieve vindication
STRONG
acquittal charity condonation exculpation exoneration extenuation immunity impunity indemnity justification lenience lenity palliation purgation quarter quittance remittal respite
WEAK
overlooking
Antonyms
STRONGEST
blame cruelty meanness mercilessness
WEAK
accusation censure charge punishment sentence

Example Sentences

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"If I wasn't before, I have become a person of forgiveness and hope in all aspects of my life, including work," he said.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

In a statement issued late Monday, Melvin Benn, managing director of Festival Republic which helps promote the event, urged West's critics to show him "some forgiveness".

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

He asked that people “reflect on their instant comments of disgust” and “offer some forgiveness and hope to him as I have decided to do,” Benn said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

Fast forward to 2026, when the avenues to make affordable payments or obtain forgiveness have dried up.

From Salon • Mar. 17, 2026

Then the scene switches to a young Hideo on his knees before his parents, sobbing, begging forgiveness, hysterical, inconsolable, even as they try to make him get up.

From "Warcross" by Marie Lu