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FORBORE

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Forbore.

Forbore - as a noun

A person from whom you are descended

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
forebear
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
ancestorantecedentascendantascendentroot
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Forbore - as a verb

Refrain from doing

Example: "She forbore a snicker"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hold back

Resist doing something

Example: "He refrained from hitting him back"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
refrain
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"He forbore from eating dessert to maintain his diet."
"Despite their constant bickering, she forbore from arguing with her sister."
"The teacher forbore from disciplining the students for their unruly behavior."
"He forbore from making any comments during the heated debate."
"She forbore from taking revenge on those who had wronged her."
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Word Game Points

Is FORBORE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, forbore is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

FORBORE has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is FORBORE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, forbore is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
FORBORE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is FORBORE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, forbore is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
FORBORE has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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