Synonyms of forgo

forgo

verb

fȯr-ˈgō 

variants also forego

as in to avoid

to resist the temptation of

I'll forgo dessert tonight—I'm trying to lose weight

Synonyms & Similar Words

• avoid
• keep (from)
• withhold (from)
• refrain (from)
• deny
• abstain (from)
• forbear
• refuse
• shun
• abjure
• eschew
• curb
• check
• constrain
• inhibit
• reject
• combat
• repudiate
• fight
• buck

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• submit (to)
• yield (to)
• surrender (to)
• succumb (to)
• bow (to)
• give in (to)
• concede (to)
• capitulate
• acquiesce (to)
• knuckle under (to)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of forgo

When nutrients are abundant, plants may forgo the partnership. — Esther Ndumi Ngumbi, The Conversation, 8 July 2026

For the parents who want to pitch in to shoulder the burden, do not forgo your financial planning needs for the benefit of the kids. — Jill Schlesinger, Mercury News, 6 July 2026

Democratic Maine Senate Candidate Graham Platner has canceled three campaign events this week, with no clear specification as to why his team chose to forgo the town halls. — Molly Parks, The Washington Examiner, 6 July 2026

Creators on social media are showing off their dramatic tan lines and outdoor set-ups — some even forgoing sun protection or adding tanning bed sessions. — Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 5 July 2026