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forgive
This word conveys a conscious decision to release resentment or anger, shifting the emotional state from hostility to peace. It implies a moral or emotional liberation of both the victim and the offender, often associated with grace, mercy, or reconciliation. In financial contexts, the term shifts from an emotional act to a legal or contractual one. When a debt is forgiven, it is not merely overlooked but formally cancelled, removing the legal obligation for the debtor to repay the funds.
Meanings
To stop feeling angry or resentful toward someone for an offense, crime, or mistake.
"I can forgive him for lying to me, but I cannot forget it."