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forgiveness
noun for·give·ness \-ˈgiv-nəs\
: the act of forgiving someone or something
: the attitude of someone who is willing to forgive other people
Full Definition of FORGIVENESS
: the act of forgiving
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First Known Use of FORGIVENESS
before 12th century
Related to FORGIVENESS
- Synonyms
- absolution, amnesty, pardon, remission, remittal
- Antonyms
- penalty, punishment, retribution
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FORGIVENESS Defined for Kids
forgiveness
noun for·give·ness \fər-ˈgiv-nəs\
Definition of FORGIVENESS for Kids
: the act of ending anger at <She asked for his forgiveness.>
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