SYNONYMS AND RELATED EXPRESSIONS
waive
verb
To voluntarily give up a right or claim, or decide not to enforce a requirement.
Local English device voice, when available. This is not a recorded dictionary pronunciation.
Give up voluntarily
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Usage distinction
Return to topWaive can give up one's own right or decline to apply a requirement. Forfeit can be involuntary loss, so it is not equivalent to voluntary waiver.
CHECK THE MEANING IN CONTEXT
See waive in use
The organizer agreed to waive the fee for volunteers who had already paid for materials.
The coordinator could waive a small late-return charge when a documented room closure had prevented timely access.
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