Noun: forgiveness fu(r)'giv-nus or for'giv-nus
- The act of excusing a mistake or offence
"His forgiveness of her tardiness eased the tension in the office";
- pardon
- Compassionate feelings that support a willingness to forgive
"His forgiveness of the offence surprised everyone"
Type of: benignity, kindness, mercifulness, mercy
Encyclopedia: Forgiveness