forfeit

C1
Pronunciation
/ˈfɔː.fɪt/
/ˈfɔɹ.fɪt/
Noun
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

A penalty for or consequence of a misdemeanor.

2 Definition

A thing forfeited; that which is taken from somebody in requital of a misdeed committed; that which is lost, or the right to which is alienated, by a crime, breach of contract, etc.

Example Sentences
  • He who murders pays the forfeit of his own life.
3 Definition

Something deposited and redeemable by a sportive fine as part of a game.

4 Definition

Injury; wrong; mischief.

Verb
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

To suffer the loss of something by wrongdoing or non-compliance

Example Sentences
  • He forfeited his last chance of an early release from jail by repeatedly attacking another inmate.
2 Definition

To lose a contest, game, match, or other form of competition by voluntary withdrawal, by failing to attend or participate, or by violation of the rules

Example Sentences
  • Because only nine players were present, the football team was forced to forfeit the game.
3 Definition

To be guilty of a misdeed; to be criminal; to transgress.

4 Definition

To fail to keep an obligation.

Adjective
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

Lost or alienated for an offense or crime; liable to penal seizure.