Irregular Words - Triple-Form Emotional, Mental & Abstract Verbs
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to abide
[Verb]
(always negative) to tolerate someone or something
Ex: The manager made it clear that the company could not abide unethical behavior.
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Sign into bear
[Verb]
to have or carry something, particularly a responsibility
Ex: As the CEO of the company, he has to bear the responsibility for its financial performance.
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Sign into forbear
[Verb]
to hold back or refrain from an impulse or action
Ex: Despite the provocation, she decided to forbear from responding to the criticism and maintained her composure.
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Sign into forbid
[Verb]
to not give permission typically through the use of authority, rules, etc.
Ex: The teacher forbade talking during the exam.
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Sign into forget
[Verb]
to not be able to remember something or someone from the past
Ex: It's easy to forget passwords, so it's essential to use a secure system.
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Sign into forgive
[Verb]
to stop being angry or blaming someone for what they have done, and to choose not to punish them for their mistakes or flaws
Ex: After much reflection, she decided to forgive her friend for the misunderstanding.
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Sign into forgo
[Verb]
to do without or give up on something desirable
Ex: In an effort to save money, Tom chose to forgo his daily coffee shop visits and make coffee at home.
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Sign into forsake
[Verb]
to abandon or desert someone, typically in a time of need or difficulty
Ex: She forsakes her loyal companion, leaving him stranded in the wilderness.
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Sign into forswear
[Verb]
to formally reject something, often a belief, behavior, or allegiance
Ex: He vowed to forswear violence after years of conflict.
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Sign into shrink
[Verb]
to decrease in size or volume
Ex: The budget for the project had to shrink due to funding cuts.
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