Meaning of forgiveness in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˌfərˈɡɪvnəs/

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  1. Noun

    forgiveness

    Etymology

    Old English forgiefenes, from forgiefen (past participle of forgiefan ‘forgive’) + the noun suffix -nes

    Definitions

    1. compassionate feelings that support a willingness to forgive
  2. 2. the act of excusing a mistake or offense

    Derived terms

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