forfeiture (Meaning)
forfeiture (n)
something that is lost or surrendered as a penalty
a penalty for a fault or mistake that involves losing or giving up something
the act of losing or surrendering something as a penalty for a mistake or fault or failure to perform etc.
forfeiture (n.)
The act of forfeiting; the loss of some right, privilege, estate, honor, office, or effects, by an offense, crime, breach of condition, or other act.
That which is forfeited; a penalty; a fine or mulct.
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forfeiture Sentence Examples
- The athlete faced forfeiture of their medal due to doping violations.
- Possession of illegal drugs resulted in the forfeiture of the vehicle.
- Failure to pay taxes led to the forfeiture of the property.
- Unauthorized access to classified information incurred a forfeiture of security clearance.
- The criminal's assets were subject to forfeiture as compensation for their victims.
- Driving under the influence led to the forfeiture of the driver's license.
- The counterfeiter faced forfeiture of all forged currency in their possession.
- The smuggler's boat was subject to forfeiture after the authorities seized contraband aboard.
- The company's illegal practices resulted in the forfeiture of their business license.
- The individual risked forfeiture of their inheritance if they contested the will.
FAQs About the word forfeiture
something that is lost or surrendered as a penalty, a penalty for a fault or mistake that involves losing or giving up something, the act of losing or surrender
damages, fine,penalty, compensation, mulct,forfeit, assessment,reparations, award, indemnity
No antonyms found.
The athlete faced forfeiture of their medal due to doping violations.
Possession of illegal drugs resulted in the forfeiture of the vehicle.
Failure to pay taxes led to the forfeiture of the property.
Unauthorized access to classified information incurred a forfeiture of security clearance.
