FORGIVING
9 letters · 3 syllables · verb, noun, adjective
Definition of FORGIVING
To pardon; to waive any negative feeling or desire for punishment, retribution, or compensation.
"Forgive others, not because they deserve forgiveness, but because you deserve peace."
To accord forgiveness.
An act of forgiveness.
Inclined to forgive.
"I am inclined to take a forgiving attitude, since this is his first offence."
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Examples of FORGIVING in a Sentence
- "Forgive others, not because they deserve forgiveness, but because you deserve peace."
- "I am inclined to take a forgiving attitude, since this is his first offence."
Word Details
Is FORGIVING a Scrabble Word?
Yes, FORGIVING is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: FORGIVING uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for FORGIVING
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | f | o | r | g | i | v | i | n | g | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 17 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 21 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in FORGIVING
82 words from the letters in FORGIVING
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How to Use FORGIVING in Word Games
FORGIVING is worth 17 points in Scrabble and 21 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble FORGIVING to find 82 additional valid words.