Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
forfeiture
Noun
/ˈfɔːfɪtʃər/
Definition
The act of giving up or losing something, usually as a penalty for wrongdoing or failure to fulfill an obligation.
Examples
- If you fail to pay your taxes, you may face forfeiture of your assets.
- The athlete faced forfeiture of his medal due to doping violations.
- Forfeiture can occur if a person does not meet the terms of a contract.
Meaning
Forfeiture refers to the loss of rights, property, or money due to a violation of a law or agreement.
Synonyms
- relinquishment
- loss
- abandonment
- default
