forbearance
18 points
English
11 letters
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Definitions
noun
a delay in enforcing rights or claims or privileges; refraining from acting
Definition: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.
Pronunciation
/fɔːɹbˈɛɹʌns/ · 3 syllables · CMUdict (BSD-3-Clause)
Word forms
plural forbearances
Forms from WordNet 3.1 morphology — every form attested in the dictionary.
Synonyms
good-natured tolerance of delay or incompetence
Synonyms grouped by meaning — WordNet 3.1 (Princeton University).
Antonyms
Antonyms — WordNet 3.1 (Princeton University).
Rhymes
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