forgive
Pronunciation: [fərˈɡɪv]
Word
Context: “relationship”
(verb) to stop being angry with someone for something they did wrong. It's like when a friend makes a mistake, and instead of staying mad, you choose to let it go and still be friends.
Example
I forgave my brother for breaking my toy, and we played together again.
Example
She couldn't forgive her friend for lying to her.
Example
Can you forgive someone who hurt your feelings?
Context: “personal growth”
(verb) to stop blaming yourself for a mistake you made. It's like when you realize that everyone makes mistakes, and you choose to be nice to yourself instead of feeling bad.
Example
I learned to forgive myself for not studying enough last semester.
Example
He never forgives himself for the wrong choices he made.
Example
How can you forgive yourself for making a mistake?
0s0s