Definition of forgiveness Forgiveness

/fɚgɪˈvnʌs/ - [fergivnus] - for•give•ness

We found 8 definitions of forgiveness from 5 different sources.

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What does forgiveness mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Noun

Plural: forgivenesses

forgiveness - the act of excusing a mistake or offense
  pardon
  benignity, kindness the quality of being kind and gentle
  condonation a pardon by treating the offender as if the offense had not occurred
forgiveness - compassionate feelings that support a willingness to forgive
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Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘

  • forgiveness (n.)
    The act of forgiving; the state of being forgiven; as, the forgiveness of sin or of injuries.
  • forgiveness (n.)
    Disposition to pardon; willingness to forgive.

OmegaWiki DictionaryOmegaWiki Dictionary Ω

  • forgiveness
    Act of forgiving; act of stopping blaming someone for an offense.

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