Forgiving

/fərˈɡɪvɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Ready and willing to forgive.

She had a forgiving nature, always ready to let go of past grievances.

Marked by a disposition to forgive; free from resentment.

His forgiving attitude toward his friend's mistakes was admirable.

Tolerant and lenient.

The teacher was forgiving of minor errors in the students' work.

From Old English 'forgiefan' meaning 'to give completely'.

forgiving spirit

A tendency to forgive easily.

forgiving heart

Having a compassionate and understanding nature.

forgiving nature

Describing someone who is inclined to forgive.

forgive

To cease to feel angry or resentful towards someone for an offense or mistake.

forgiveness

The action or process of forgiving or being forgiven.

merciful

Showing mercy; compassionate.

Chill about mistakes.

He's so chill about everything; he's totally forgiving.

Letting things slide.

Don't worry about it, she's forgiving so just move on.