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forsaking


Meanings
  • Verb

    Giving up or renouncing something, such as a promise, a belief, or a possession.

    - "After making a promise to help, she forsook him when he needed her the most."
    - "Many people forsake their faith during times of crisis."
    - "He forsook his dream of becoming a doctor and pursued a career in music instead."

Rhymes
Words rhyming with forsaking
foraking , awaking , shaking , staking
Variants
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forsake , forsaken , forsakes , forsaking , forsook
Forms
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past tense: forsook, past participle: forsaken, gerund: forsaking


Etymology
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Originally meant 'to leave' or 'to abandon'. Derived from the Old English word 'forsecan', which means 'to forsake' or 'to abandon'.


Trivia
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  1. The word 'forsaking' appears in the Bible multiple times, often in the context of betrayal or abandonment.

  2. In some cultures, forsaking is seen as a necessary step towards personal growth and self-discovery.


Related Concepts
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  1. Abandonment: The act of giving up or leaving something behind.

  2. Betrayal: The act of forsaking a trust or commitment, often with harmful consequences.


Culture
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In literature, forsaking often refers to a betrayal or abandonment of someone or something. In music, there are several songs with the title 'Forsaking' that explore themes of loss and regret.

How to Memorize "forsaking"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize the act of giving up or leaving something behind. Imagine a person walking away from a promise or a commitment.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'forsaking' with the feeling of regret or disappointment.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Forsake' stands for 'Forgetting Our Responsibilities And Keeping Absent' to help remember the meaning of the word.


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