How to Pronounce Forfeited

To pronounce "forfeited", say FORF-eit-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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9

Letters

FORF-eit-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “forfeited”

"forfeited" has 3 syllables: forf-eit-ed.

What does forfeited mean?

verb

  1. To suffer the loss of something by wrongdoing or non-compliance

    “He forfeited his last chance of an early release from jail by repeatedly attacking another inmate.”

  2. To lose a contest, game, match, or other form of competition by voluntary withdrawal, by failing to attend or participate, or by violation of the rules

    “Because only nine players were present, the football team was forced to forfeit the game.”

Synonyms

capitulatedisqualifysurrenderforgowithgo

Related words

confiscatelostabandonedabdicatedacquiredcancelledconfiscatedconfused

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "forfeited"?▾

"Forfeited" has 3 syllables: forf · eit · ed.

What does "forfeited" mean?▾

Forfeited: To suffer the loss of something by wrongdoing or non-compliance

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