Synonyms of forgoes

forgoes

verb

variants also foregoes

present tense third-person singular of forgo

as in avoids

to resist the temptation of

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• avoids
• keeps (from)
• eschews
• shuns
• refuses
• withholds (from)
• abjures
• refrains (from)
• abstains (from)
• denies
• forbears
• checks
• inhibits
• rejects
• constrains
• curbs
• fights
• repudiates
• combats
• bucks

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• yields (to)
• submits (to)
• succumbs (to)
• surrenders (to)
• gives in (to)
• bows (to)
• concedes (to)
• capitulates
• acquiesces (to)
• knuckles under (to)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of forgoes

Naturally, picture windows throughout the dwelling take full advantage of the property’s picturesque sea view; the eat-in kitchen foregoes upper cabinetry in favor of a row of tall windows along its curved wall (providing the dreamiest possible setting in which to wash the dishes). —Katie Schultz, Architectural Digest, 15 Sep. 2025

Liu directs heart-expanding, tender performances out of his leads, and the screenplay by Martyna Majok forgoes the maudlin or condescending notes of so many Hollywood depictions of immigration stories. —Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 11 Sep. 2025

When the existing state of land is different from its highest and best use, giving up the opportunity to develop the land forgoes substantial value. —Peter J Reilly, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025

Across 12 tracks, KAYTRANADA forgoes any and all features and allows his textured, stuttering sound flow in and out of grooves, vibes and feelings, making for a stunningly cohesive dance album that’s guaranteed to keep you dancing for all of its 35 minutes. —Stephen Daw, Billboard, 15 Aug. 2025

He’s taken on a second teaching job at night, and forgoes many discretionary purchases. —Annie Nova, CNBC, 15 Aug. 2025