FORGIVING Synonyms: 176 Similar and Opposite Words

forgiving 1 of 2

adjective

Definition of forgiving

as in caring

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as in charitable

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forgiving

2 of 2

verb

present participle of forgive

as in pardoning

to cease to have feelings of anger or bitterness toward it is not easy to forgive those who have hurt us

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as in ignoring

to dismiss as of little importance he has so many good qualities that I guess we can forgive a slight penchant for exaggeration

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Recent Examples of forgiving

Adjective

Unlike some long-distance trails that offer extended stretches of relatively forgiving terrain, the AT spends much of its length going relentlessly up and down the Appalachian Mountains. — Amber Harding Outkick, FOXNews.com, 2 Sep. 2026 Namely, a forgiving elastic waistband, a breezy, lightweight feel, and pockets that are actually deep enough to hold your essentials. — Jill Layton, PEOPLE, 30 Aug. 2026

Verb

Hydrogen systems are not forgiving when oxygen is present in the wrong place. — Gregory Shahnovsky, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026 So when a series of health problems, including a severe case of sepsis, nearly killed him earlier this year, the discourse wasn’t forgiving. — Shirley Halperin, Rolling Stone, 6 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for forgiving

Recent Examples of Synonyms for forgiving

Adjective

The opportunity for flexible schedules, remote work and adjusting work hours due to caring duties can provide employees with sufficient breathing room while still being engaged in their careers.

— Scott Parrish, Forbes.com, 25 Sep. 2026
Then watch Harold’s brothers reminisce about their childhood and remember their caring big brother.

— Dateline NBC, NBC news, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of caring

Adjective

Though there are multiple interpretations of sharia, its essence is to serve as a code for how Muslims should live and worship — covering such matters as prayer, pilgrimages, fasting, charitable donations and personal virtue.

— David Crary, Los Angeles Times, 25 Sep. 2026
Here are some key things to know about the charitable deduction for 2026.

— Kate Dore, CFP®, EA, CNBC, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of charitable

Verb

The million-dollar question concerned the Thanksgiving tradition of the president pardoning two turkeys.

— Hilary Lewis, HollywoodReporter, 30 July 2026
President Bill Clinton came under fire for pardoning former hedge-fund manager Marc Rich, and President Joe Biden was roundly criticized for pardoning his son, Hunter, as well as preemptively pardoning other family members.

— Ryan Lucas, NPR, 13 May 2026

Definition of pardoning

Adjective

Playing Edward as the courtly and compassionate polar-opposite of his awful sister Fanny, MacKay brings a gentle diffidence that syncs beautifully with Edgar-Jones’ delicate reserve.

— David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 21 Sep. 2026
Her reasoning was that Ted's compassionate coaching style is possible only because Rebecca, as the club's owner, permits it.

— Dan Zaksheske OutKick, FOXNews.com, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of compassionate

Adjective

Monday in Philadelphia stays cool and unsettled, with the front stalled just south of the region and scattered rain chances, especially across southeastern Pennsylvania, South Jersey and Delaware.

— Andrew Kozak, CBS News, 21 Sep. 2026
The scattered pieces of the former storm will likely drift over the Caribbean and soak Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands and Hispaniola with a few inches of rain, some of which will reach Florida.

— Alex Harris, Miami Herald, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of scattered

Verb

The spa setup includes a proper sauna, a genuinely cold cold plunge, hot tubs, and a quiet outdoor lounge overlooking the dunes.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Sep. 2026
Indoor and outdoor blend together in the 10th-floor restaurant with 2,000 square feet of patio, boasting views overlooking the edge of South End and uptown, including Bank of America Stadium.

— Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 25 Sep. 2026