Meaning & Definition of word "Forfeit"

Forfeit

/ˈfɔːrfɪt/

1. Something that is lost or surrendered as a penalty.
- Example: The team's forfeit of the match resulted in a significant loss of points.
2. The act of forfeiting; the loss of something through failing to follow rules.
- Example: Her forfeit of the prize was a disappointing outcome for her hard work.

1. To lose or give up something as a penalty for a mistake, offense, or failure.
- Example: If you fail to pay your parking ticket, you may forfeit the right to contest it.
2. To lose (a right, privilege, etc.) due to violation of a rule or law.
- Example: By missing the deadline for submission, the team had to forfeit their chance to enter the competition.

Middle English, from Old French 'forfaire', meaning to do wrong.

forfeit one's rights:

To give up legal claims to something.

forfeit the game:

To lose a match or game due to not participating.

forfeit your chance:

To lose an opportunity to gain something.

forfeiture:

The act of losing or giving up something as a penalty.

penalty:

A punishment imposed for breaking a law, rule, or contract.

relinquish:

To voluntarily cease to keep or claim something.

Meaning: To fold or back out of a situation.

Example Sentence: He decided to forfeit when he realized he couldn't win.

Meaning: To cheat or forgo a bet.

Example Sentence: She forfeited the bet after losing a round.