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Irregular Words - Triple-Form Emotional, Mental & Abstract Verbs
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to abide
[Verb]
(always negative) to tolerate someone or something
Ex: She ca n't abide people who are consistently dishonest .
to bear
[Verb]
to have or carry something, particularly a responsibility
Ex: The team captain is expected to bear the leadership role and motivate the players .
to forbear
[Verb]
to hold back or refrain from an impulse or action
Ex: During debates , politicians should forbear to make personal attacks .
to forbid
[Verb]
to not give permission typically through the use of authority, rules, etc.
Ex: The law forbids smoking in public places like restaurants and bars .
to forget
[Verb]
to not be able to remember something or someone from the past
Ex: He will never forget the kindness you showed him .
to 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: Last year, the family forgave their relative for past wrongs.
to forgo
[Verb]
to do without or give up on something desirable
Ex: The couple decided to forgo an extravagant wedding ceremony and opted for a simple , intimate celebration .
to forsake
[Verb]
to abandon or desert someone, typically in a time of need or difficulty
Ex: Over the years , they have forsaken countless allies , betraying their trust for their own selfish motives .
to forswear
[Verb]
to formally reject something, often a belief, behavior, or allegiance
Ex: The witness forswore false testimony and agreed to tell the truth.
to shrink
[Verb]
to decrease in size or volume
Ex: The plastic bottle will shrink when exposed to heat , making it more compact for recycling .
to strive
[Verb]
to try as hard as possible to achieve a goal
Ex: Organizations strive to provide exceptional service to meet customer expectations .
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