forgoing

[fɔːˈɡəʊɪŋ]

forgoing Definition

• 1. to give up or do without something
• 2. to precede or go before

Using forgoing: Examples

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

• Example

  I am forgoing dessert tonight.

• Example

  The forgoing chapter discussed the history of the country.

• Example

  He decided to forgo his annual vacation this year.

• Example

  Forgoing sleep, she stayed up all night to finish her project.

forgoing Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for forgoing

• waive
• relinquish
• sacrifice
• cede
• abstain from

Antonyms for forgoing

• keep
• retain
• indulge in

Phrases with forgoing

• forgo the pleasure

  to give up something enjoyable or satisfying

  Example

  She had to forgo the pleasure of eating her favorite food because of her diet.

• forgo the opportunity

  to choose not to take advantage of a chance to do something

  Example

  He regretted forgoing the opportunity to study abroad when he was younger.

• the forgoing

  what has been said or written before in a text or speech

  Example

  The forgoing paragraphs discussed the importance of education.

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Summary: forgoing in Brief

The term 'forgoing' [fɔːˈɡəʊɪŋ] means to give up or do without something, such as 'I am forgoing dessert tonight.' It can also mean to precede or go before, as in 'The forgoing chapter discussed the history of the country.' The phrase 'forgo the pleasure' refers to giving up something enjoyable, while 'forgo the opportunity' means choosing not to take advantage of a chance to do something.