forgot

[fərˈɡɒt]

forgot Definition

• 1. to fail to remember something
• 2. to accidentally leave something behind

Using forgot: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "forgot" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I forgot my keys at home.

• Example

  He forgot his wife's birthday.

• Example

  She always forgets to turn off the lights.

• Example

  I'm sorry, I forgot your name.

forgot Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for forgot

• overlook
• neglect
• miss
• leave behind

Antonyms for forgot

• remember
• recall
• recollect

Phrases with forgot

• forget about it

  used to tell someone not to worry about something

  Example

  A: I'm sorry for breaking your vase. B: Forget about it, it was an accident.

• forget oneself

  to lose control of one's emotions or actions

  Example

  He forgot himself and started shouting at the teacher.

• forgetful of

  not remembering or caring about something

  Example

  She was forgetful of her duties as a mother.

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Summary: forgot in Brief

'Forgot' [fərˈɡɒt] is a verb that means to fail to remember something or to accidentally leave something behind. It is often used in everyday situations, such as forgetting keys or birthdays, and can be used in phrases like 'forget about it' to tell someone not to worry about something. 'Forgetful of' is a phrase that means not remembering or caring about something.