forgiveness (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /fərˈɡɪvnəs/
Definition
The action or process of forgiving or being forgiven.
Examples
He asked for forgiveness after breaking the vase.
True forgiveness can be a difficult but liberating process.
The community struggled with the idea of forgiveness for the crime.
How to Use forgiveness
- forgiveness for (prepositional phrase)
- The reason or offense for which forgiveness is sought or given. — "He sought forgiveness for his past actions."
- forgiveness from (prepositional phrase)
- The person or entity from whom forgiveness is received. — "She hoped for forgiveness from her disappointed parents."
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