forget

Meaning

to be unable to remember something; to fail to bring something to mind

to fail to remember something

Example Sentences

Don't forget to lock the door when you leave.

I often forget where I put my keys.

Example Expressions

forgive and forget

Synonyms

overlook, neglect, omit, disregard, miss, ignore

Entry 1

overlook, neglect, omit, disregard

Entry 2

overlook, neglect, miss, disregard, ignore

Antonyms

remember, recall, recollect, memorize, retain

Entry 1

remember, recall, recollect, memorize

Entry 2

remember, recall, retain

Collocations

forget about, forget to do, never forget, forget completely, forget easily, forget quickly, completely forget, try to forget

Entry 1

forget about, forget to do, never forget, forget completely, forget easily

Entry 2

forget quickly, forget easily, completely forget, try to forget