Forfeited

Pronunciation: /ˈfɔːr.fɪtɪd/

Definitions of forfeited

verb to lose or be deprived of as a penalty for wrongdoing

Example Sentences

A1 I forfeited my ticket to the concert because I couldn't attend.

A2 She forfeited her deposit when she cancelled the reservation at the last minute.

B1 He forfeited his chance to win the game by making a crucial mistake.

B2 The team forfeited the match due to a lack of players.

C1 The company forfeited millions of dollars in revenue due to the economic downturn.

C2 The athlete forfeited his title after testing positive for performance-enhancing drugs.

Examples of forfeited in a Sentence

formal The defendant forfeited their right to appeal by failing to meet the deadline.

informal She forfeited the game when she knocked over her own pieces.

slang He totally forfeited his chance with her by saying something stupid.

figurative By not studying for the exam, she forfeited her opportunity to excel in the class.

Grammatical Forms of forfeited

• past tense: forfeited
• plural: forfeit
• comparative: more forfeited
• superlative: most forfeited
• present tense: forfeit
• future tense: will forfeit
• perfect tense: have forfeited
• continuous tense: is forfeiting
• singular: forfeited
• positive degree: forfeited
• infinitive: to forfeit
• gerund: forfeiting
• participle: forfeited

Origin and Evolution of forfeited

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'forfeited' originated from the Old French word 'forfet', which meant to commit a crime or offense.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'forfeited' has evolved to refer to the loss of a right, privilege, or property as a penalty for wrongdoing or failure to fulfill an obligation.