forgone
Definitions
Past participle of forgo; relinquished, given up, or abstained from.
Having been previously decided or determined, as in a 'forgone conclusion'.
Examples
The opportunity for a promotion was long forgone by the time he decided to apply.
She realized that the chance for a peaceful resolution had been forgone months ago.
Synonyms
relinquished surrendered waived abandoned forfeited ceded sacrificed