English Synonym Finder

forfeit

Definitions

To lose or give up something as a penalty for wrongdoing or failure to fulfill an obligation.

A fine or penalty for a fault or offense.

Something that is lost or surrendered as a consequence of a rule violation.

Examples

If you do not show up for the match, you will have to forfeit the game.

He was willing to forfeit his deposit in order to cancel the contract early.

Synonyms

surrender relinquish sacrifice lose give up cede waive

Antonyms

gain acquire obtain keep retain win claim