Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

let-go

verb
/ˈlɛt ɡoʊ/
Definition
The act of allowing something to be released or relinquished.
Examples
  • It’s important to let go of past mistakes to move forward in life.
  • He decided to let go of his worries and enjoy the moment.
  • After weeks of deliberation, she was finally able to let go of the project and pass it on to someone else.
Meaning
To stop holding on to something, whether physically or emotionally, and to accept things as they are.
Synonyms
  • release
  • relinquish
  • abandon
  • let go of
  • give up