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forgiving
adjective
(for-giv-ing)
providing absolution
Synonyms:
absolvitory
,
exonerative
,
forgiving
adjective
(for-giv-ing)
inclined or able to forgive and show mercy
Antonyms:
unforgiving
,
Examples:
A kindly forgiving nature.
A forgiving embrace to the naughty child.
Words Related to
forgiving
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tolerant
,
kind
,
exculpatory
,
absolvitory
,
exonerative
,
unvindictive
,
lenient
,
merciful
,
polite
,
conciliatory
,
compassionate
,
indulgent
,
condoning
,
soft
,
lax
,
good
,
amnesty
,
cancelling
,
forgiveness
,
considerate
,
kinder
,
gracious
,
accommodating
,
judgmental
,
magnanimous
,
gentler
,
generous
,
trusting
,
unforgiving
,
contrite
,
sympathetic
,
repentant
,
agreeable
,
politer
,
apologetic
,
loving
,
hospitable
,
dislikable
,
softer
,
forgetful
,
harsher
,
picky
,
nicer
,
finicky
,
warier
,
receptive
,
forbearing
,
venial
,
empathizing
,
softhearted
,
admit
,
abashed
,
timid
,
liking
,
respectful
,
empathetic
,
gutsier
,
unkind
,
friendlier
,
forthright
,
punishing
,
egoistical
,
amenable
,
fallible
,
braver
,
approachable
,
cagier
,
sinner
,
venial sin
,
repaying
,
greasier
,
squeamish
,
fickle
,
remorseful
,
inclined
,
crasser
,
docile
,
tolerable
,
unlovable
,
guiltier
,
tolerating
,
deferential
,
contrition
,
flatter
,
fussier
,
chivalrous
,
fond
,
effusive
,
unchivalrous
,
humble
,
sinned
,
sorry
,
palatable
,
likable
,
couth
,
overcritical
,
sincere
,
heartier
,
enlightened
,
tenderhearted
,
forgiving
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