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waive
verb
UK:
/weɪv/
US:
/weɪv/
To not demand something you have a right to.
He will waive the charges now.
The bank agreed to waive the early withdrawal penalty to help her.
To choose not to follow a rule or requirement in a particular case.
They chose to waive their rights.
The university may waive the application fee for low-income students.
Synonyms
relinquish
abandon
forgo
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the word "waive" mean in English?
The word "waive" in English means: To not demand something you have a right to., To choose not to follow a rule or requirement in a particular case..
What is the phonetic transcription of "waive" in English?
The phonetic transcription of "waive" is
/weɪv/
in British English and
/weɪv/
in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.
What are the english synonyms of "waive"?
Synonyms for "waive": relinquish, abandon, forgo.
How to use "waive" in sentences?
Example usage of "waive": "He will waive the charges now.". More examples on the page.