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forgiveness

noun

The act of excusing a mistake or offense

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Word length
11
Starts with
F
Ends with
S
Contains
OR
Scrabble score
18
CEFR level
B1

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Pronunciation

fɚˈɡɪvnəs

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noun

  1. The act of excusing a mistake or offense

noun

  1. Compassionate feelings that support a willingness to forgive

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