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Definition of forbearing:
Synonyms:
easy, long-suffering, indulgent, merciful, accept, resigned, patient, longanimous.
- forgiving (part of speech: verb)
- mild (part of speech: adjective)
Usage examples:
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The tragic nature of the accident and his own narrow escape made a deep impression upon Benton; and it was noticed that ever afterwards he was far more forbearing and forgiving than of old.
- "Thomas Hart Benton", Theodore Roosevelt. -
His word was in my heart, a burning fire Shut up within me and consuming me, And I was very weary with forbearing; I could not stay.
- "The Complete Poetical Works of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow", Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. -
I am sure that it will be admitted that the last forty years have seen a vast improvement in the character of attendants, and among them are to be found many conscientious, trustworthy men and women, forbearing to their charge and loyal to their superintendent.
- "Chapters in the History of the Insane in the British Isles", Daniel Hack Tuke.