forego

[fɔːˈɡəʊ]

forego Definition

• 1. to go before; precede
• 2. to do without; abstain from; give up

Using forego: Examples

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

• Example

  He decided to forego dessert and have a cup of tea instead.

• Example

  The company will forego its annual picnic this year due to budget constraints.

• Example

  She chose to forego her salary increase in order to support the struggling business.

forego Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for forego

• forgo
• waive
• relinquish

Antonyms for forego

• indulge in
• partake of

Phrases with forego

• foregone conclusion

  a result that is certain to happen, usually because it has already been decided or agreed upon

  Example

  It was a foregone conclusion that the incumbent would win the election.

• forego the pleasure

  to choose not to do something enjoyable or satisfying in order to achieve a greater goal

  Example

  I had to forego the pleasure of going out with my friends in order to study for my exams.

• forego the formalities

  to skip the usual polite or ceremonial actions or words that are expected in a particular situation

  Example

  Let's just forego the formalities and get straight to the point.

Origins of forego

from Old English 'foregān', meaning 'to go before'

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Summary: forego in Brief

The verb 'forego' [fɔːˈɡəʊ] means to go before or precede, as well as to do without or abstain from something. It can be used in phrases like 'foregone conclusion,' meaning a certain result, and 'forego the pleasure,' meaning to sacrifice enjoyment for a greater goal. 'Forego' is often used in formal contexts and can be replaced by 'forgo' or 'waive.'