Top synonyms for “forfeit”: confiscate, forego, forfeited, forfeiture, forgo, give up, sacrifice, throw overboard, and 2 more below.
Definitions
- (noun)the act of losing or surrendering something as a penalty for a mistake or fault or failure to perform etc.
- (noun)a penalty for a fault or mistake that involves losing or giving up something“the contract specified forfeits if the work was not completed on time”
- (noun)something that is lost or surrendered as a penalty
- (verb)lose (s.th.) or lose the right to (s.th.) by some error, offense, or crime“you've forfeited your right to name your successor”
- (adjective)surrendered as a penalty
Definitions sourced from Princeton WordNet (BSD license).
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Antonyms — opposite of Forfeit
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is another word for "forfeit"?
Common synonyms for "forfeit" include confiscate, forego, forfeited, forfeiture, forgo, give up. Our thesaurus lists 10 total alternatives drawn from Princeton WordNet. Click any synonym to find its rhymes.
What is the opposite of "forfeit"?
Antonyms for "forfeit" include claim. Use opposites in songwriting to create contrast, tension, or surprise within a verse.
What does "forfeit" mean?
the act of losing or surrendering something as a penalty for a mistake or fault or failure to perform etc.
How do I use synonyms when writing lyrics?
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