Dictionary entryCEFR B2noun
forgiveness
IPA pronunciation: /fəˈɡɪvnəs/
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прощение
English definition
The act of forgiving someone or the willingness to forgive.
Example
She asked for forgiveness for her harsh words.
Collocations
- ask for forgiveness
- seek forgiveness
- forgiveness and reconciliation
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