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forgiving

Forgiving (adj) means willing and ready to forgive. Example: “She has a forgiving nature and rarely holds grudges.”

adj
1
Willing and ready to forgive.
"She has a forgiving nature and rarely holds grudges."
2
Tolerant of mistakes; not easily damaged or ruined by errors.
"This recipe is fairly forgiving if you slightly overcook it."

How to use forgiving

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishDescribes a person quick to forgive, or something (like a process or material) that tolerates mistakes well.

Common pairings
a forgiving nature forgiving surface not very forgiving

Word forms

more forgiving comparative, forgivings plural, most forgiving superlative

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Frequently asked questions

What does “forgiving” mean?

The word “forgiving” means willing and ready to forgive. In plain terms, describes a person quick to forgive, or something (like a process or material) that tolerates mistakes well.

How do you use “forgiving” in a sentence?

Here is “forgiving” used in a sentence: “She has a forgiving nature and rarely holds grudges.”

What part of speech is “forgiving”?

“Forgiving” is an adjective.

Is “forgiving” a common word?

“Forgiving” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “forgiving” have?

“Forgiving” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: willing and ready to forgive.

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