FORBEARS - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Noun

a person from whom you are descended

Meaning 2

Part of speech: Verb

resist doing something

Example: He refrained from hitting him back; she could not forbear weeping

Meaning 3

Part of speech: Verb

refrain from doing

Example: she forbore a snicker

Synonyms

Refrain, Hold back, Forbear, Forebear

Antonyms

Act