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waived

v.
C1 Advanced US //ˈweɪvd// UK //wˈeɪvd// waived

v. to give up a right or a rule officially. You use this when a person or company decides not to ask for something they are legally allowed to have, like a fee or a requirement.

v. to refrain from insisting on or enforcing a right, claim, or privilege. Refers to the voluntary relinquishment of a known legal right or the intentional disregard of a rule.


SIMPLE

The bank waived the late fee because it was my first mistake.

CONTEXTUAL

The university waived the application fee for students from low-income backgrounds to encourage more diverse enrollments.

COMPLEX

By signing the agreement, the participant waived their right to sue the company for any injuries sustained during the high-risk training exercise.

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The verb is transitive and requires a direct object, typically a noun representing a right, fee, or requirement.

Pitfall

he waived to his friendhe waved to his friendLearners confuse 'waive' (to give up a right) with 'wave' (to move your hand in greeting).

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