Meaning of forget it | Babel Free

Definitions

1. Absolutely not; I forbid it or it is impossible.
2. It doesn't matter.
3. A conventional reply to an expression of gratitude.
4. I don't want to continue with this conversation (usually used in frustration or anger).
5. Don't let it bother you; put it out of your mind.

Equivalents

Examples

“You think you're getting into university with these grades? Well, forget it!”

“You said we could go to the mall! —Forget it! Look at the state of this room! You're going to stay here and clean up before you go anywhere.”

“Near-synonyms: don't worry; who cares, I don't care”

“What were you saying? – Oh, it was nothing important, forget it.”

“Near-synonym: don't worry”

“Thank you so much! How can I repay you for your kindness? – Forget it; it was nothing.”

“Near-synonyms: (vulgar) fuck it, fuck this”

“It's raining. I said, "It's raining." Do you hear me? It's raining! Oh, forget it!”

“So, life is disappointing? Forget it. We have no problems here. In here, life is beautiful! The girls are beautiful! Even the orchestra is beautiful.”

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