Definition of forfeit

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  • forfeit is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 13
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Definition of forfeit

  • the act of losing or surrendering something as a penalty for a mistake or fault or failure to perform etc. (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. forfeiture
    2. sacrifice
  • surrendered as a penalty (adjective)

    Synonyms

    1. confiscate
    2. forfeited
  • something that is lost or surrendered as a penalty (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. forfeiture
  • a penalty for a fault or mistake that involves losing or giving up something (noun)

    Examples

    1. the contract specified forfeits if the work was not completed on time

    Synonyms

    1. forfeiture
  • lose (s.th.) or lose the right to (s.th.) by some error, offense, or crime (verb)

    Examples

    1. you've forfeited your right to name your successor
    2. forfeited property

    Synonyms

    1. forego
    2. forgo
    3. give up
    4. throw overboard
    5. waive

See definition of forfeit in Merriam Webster