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Meaning of the word waive in English

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waive

US /weɪv/

UK /weɪv/

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Verb

refrain from insisting on or using (a right or claim)

Example:

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He decided to waive his right to an attorney.

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The company agreed to waive the late fee.

Synonym:

relinquish forgo cede renounce give up abandon set aside defer postpone suspend remit exempt excuse absolve release

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