FORGIV'ENESS, noun forgiv'ness. 1. The act of forgiving; the pardon of an offender, by which he is considered and treated as not guilty. The forgiveness of enemies is a christian duty. 2. The pardon or remission of an offense or crime; as the forgiveness of sin or of injuries. 3. Disposition to pardon; willingness to forgive. And mild forgiveness intercede to stop the coming blow. 4. Remission of a debt, fine or penalty.
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