forbear betydelse and definition

Betydelse av forbear på svenska

• 0 to prevent yourself from saying or doing something, especially in a way that shows control, good judgment, or kindness to others:

  • His plan was such a success that even his original critics could scarcely forbear from congratulating him.

  • The doctor said she was optimistic about the outcome of the operation but forbore to make any promises at this early stage.

• 1 a forebear formal