Definitions for: Forgiveness


[n] the act of excusing a mistake or offense
[n] compassionate feelings that support a willingness to forgive



Webster (1913) Definition: For*give"ness, n. [AS. forgifnes.]
1. The act of forgiving; the state of being forgiven; as, the
forgiveness of sin or of injuries.

To the Lord our God belong mercies and
forgivenesses. --Dan. ix. 9.

In whom we have . . . the forgiveness of sin. --Eph.
i. 7.

2. Disposition to pardon; willingness to forgive.

If thou, Lord, shouldest mark iniquities, O Lord,
who shall stand? But there is forgiveness with thee,
that thou mayest be feared. --Ps. cxxx. 3,
4.

Syn:

Synonyms: pardon

See Also: benignity, condonation, exculpation, kindness, mercifulness, mercy

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