Dictionary and Thesaurus

Definition of Forgiveness

• (n.) The act of forgiving; the state of being forgiven; as, the forgiveness of sin or of injuries.
• (n.) Disposition to pardon; willingness to forgive.

Synonyms of Forgiveness

• Pardon
• Free Pardon
• Amnesty
• Mercy
• Benevolence
• Favor
• Kindness
• Mildness
• Benignity
• Forbearance
• Lenience
• Blessing
• Leniency
• Pity
• Clemency
• Gentleness
• Lenity
• Tenderness
• Compassion
• Grace

Antonyms of Forgiveness

• Vengeance
• Harshness
• Penalty
• Rigor
• Sternness
• Hardness
• Justice
• Revenge
• Severity
• Cruelty
• Implacability
• Punishment

Homophones of Forgiveness