1. to lose or give up something as a penalty for wrongdoing or failure to fulfill an obligation

1. something that is lost or given up as a penalty

1. lost or subject to loss through some error, offense, or crime
Usage: formal

Examples

• The team had to forfeit the game because they didn’t have enough players.
• If you break the contract, you will forfeit your deposit.
• The criminal was forced to forfeit all stolen property.
• Missing the deadline means you forfeit your chance to apply.
• The forfeit for cheating was immediate disqualification.
• His forfeit life was spared by the king’s mercy.
• She refused to forfeit her principles for money.