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Forfeit
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Simple meaning
What does Forfeit mean?
To lose as a penalty.
Dictionary definition
To lose or give up something as a penalty, or something lost in that way.
Example sentences
Forfeit in a sentence
easy
The team had to forfeit the game.
medium
Late arrival may mean a forfeit of the deposit.
hard
Forfeit means losing a right, prize, game, or payment because of a rule or choice.
Synonyms
Words like Forfeit
surrenderGive up or hand over.
penaltyRelated word that supports the meaning of forfeit.
Antonyms
Opposite words
keepContinue to have or hold.
opposite ideaA contrasting idea to forfeit, depending on context.
Word family
Forfeit word family
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
What does forfeit mean?
Forfeit means to lose as a penalty.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to forfeit?
Surrender is close in meaning to forfeit in the right context.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of forfeit?
Keep contrasts with forfeit.
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