forfeited Definition
surrendered or lost as a result of an error, crime, or failure to fulfill an obligation.
Using forfeited: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "forfeited" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
He forfeited his right to a fair trial by fleeing the country.
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The team was forced to forfeit the game due to a violation of league rules.
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She forfeited her deposit by canceling the reservation at the last minute.
forfeited Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for forfeited
- lost
- surrendered
- seized
- confiscated
- taken away
Summary: forfeited in Brief
'Forfeited' [ˈfɔːfɪtɪd] refers to something that has been surrendered or lost due to an error, crime, or failure to fulfill an obligation. Examples include forfeiting one's right to a fair trial by fleeing the country, forfeiting a game due to a violation of league rules, and forfeiting a deposit by canceling a reservation at the last minute.
