Synonyms of waived

waived

verb

past tense of waive

as in denied

to officially say that you will not use or require something that you are allowed to have or that is usually required

She waived her right to a lawyer.

The university waives the application fee for low-income students.

Related Words

• denied
• relinquished
• ceded
• surrendered
• disclaimed
• disavowed
• resigned
• disowned
• renounced
• abjured
• abdicated
• demitted
• stepped down (from)
• stepped aside (from)
• vacated
• abandoned
• forsook
• abnegated
• handed over
• deserted
• yielded
• gave up
• quit

Dissimilar Words

• claimed
• assumed
• appropriated
• confiscated
• seized
• protected
• secured
• defended
• took over
• arrogated
• guarded
• usurped
• safeguarded
• wrested

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of waived

The department has waived it, but lawyers for Presidio argued that because of the wording of the Act, Homeland Security was still required to consult with the Army Corps of Engineers before launching the project. — ABC News, 22 July 2026

That happened yesterday as the Pacers waived Taelon Peter, a late draft pick from 2025. — Tony East, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026

Although the criminal immunity of certain staff had been waived, the waiver did not expressly extend to their dependents, leaving Sacoolas protected. — Will Carless, USA Today, 19 July 2026

General brokerage accounts have $75 annual fee (unless waived). — Dan Avery, CNBC, 17 July 2026

The agreement also includes an optional bonus of up to $75,000, which will be given to the player after he’s waived — as long as White spends at least 60 days with the Heat’s G League team. — Shreyas Laddha, Kansas City Star, 17 July 2026

Andrews waived his right to a jury trial and had his case heard by Kane County Judge David Kliment, officials said. — Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 17 July 2026

However, Early Bird rights are only established once a player has played two consecutive seasons with a franchise without leaving as a free agent or being waived. — Eric Nehm, New York Times, 16 July 2026

The Department of Airports has waived rent for the past seven months and is coordinating the repairs. — Sacbee.com, 14 July 2026