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Meaning of forgiving in English
Pronunciation
/fərˈɡɪvɪŋ/
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Classifying Adjective
forgiving
Definitions
1.
providing absolution
Synonyms
exculpatory
Qualitative Adjective
forgiving
Definitions
1.
inclined or able to forgive and show mercy
Examples
« a kindly forgiving nature »
« a forgiving embrace to the naughty child »
Synonyms
kind
tolerant
unvindictive
Antonyms
unforgiving