🧠forget

Meaning

to fail to remember something

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

Example Sentences

I often forget where I put my keys.

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

Example Expressions

forgive and forget

Synonyms

overlook, neglect, miss, disregard, ignore, omit

Entry 1

overlook, neglect, miss, disregard, ignore

Entry 2

overlook, neglect, omit, disregard

Antonyms

remember, recall, retain, recollect, memorize

Entry 1

remember, recall, retain

Entry 2

remember, recall, recollect, memorize

Collocations

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

Entry 1

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

Entry 2

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

More Example Sentences

I am unlikely to forget your message.

He is unlikely to forget your request.

I frequently forget where I put my phone.

He promised not to forget the appointment.

I’m unlikely to forget unless I’m stressed.

I’m likely to forget if you don’t remind me.

I happened not to forget my wallet, luckily.

I am likely to forget if you do not remind me.

I am likely to forget if I do not write it down.

I suppose I can be a bit forgetful at times though.