Tikibu: pronunciation dictionary with use examples

Word: waive
IPA transcription: [w'eɪv]
verb meaning of the word
  • Synonyms: waive, relinquish, forgo, forego, foreswear, dispense_with
    Meaning: do without or cease to hold or adhere to; "We are dispensing with formalities"; "relinquish the old ideas"
Usage examples
  • Well, I waive my privilege of setting you right on that point for a fitter time.
  • "Well, let's waive it--we won't get anywhere, and besides I haven't quite made up my mind about it myself.
  • If the rulers of these nations propose to abolish the independence of the press, the people would be justified in saying: Give us the right of prosecuting your offences before the ordinary tribunals, and perhaps we may then waive our right of appeal to the tribunal of public opinion.