forfeit
//ˈfɔːr.fɪt//
Verb
forfeitInfinitive
forfeitPresent tense
forfeitedPast tense
forfeitedPast participle
forfeitingPresent participle
forfeitsThird-person singular
1
To lose or give up something as a penalty for wrongdoing, error, or breach of contract.
If you break the rules, you will forfeit your deposit.
2
To surrender or be forced to give up a right, privilege, or possession.
He forfeited his right to vote after being convicted of a felony.
Synonym
Noun
forfeitSingular
forfeitsPlural
1
Something that is lost or surrendered as a penalty for a fault, mistake, or breach of rules.
The player had to pay a forfeit for breaking the rules of the game.
2
A penalty or fine imposed for breaking a rule or agreement.
The company had to pay a forfeit for breaking the contract.
Adjective
forfeitCanonical form
1
Lost or surrendered as a penalty or punishment.
The property was declared forfeit after the owner failed to pay taxes.