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Meaning of letting go
The phrase "letting go" primarily means to release or surrender something, such as a feeling, a possession, or a responsibility.
Etymology of letting go
The phrase "letting go" originated from the Old English words "lætan" (to allow or permit) and "gān" (to go), with "let" meaning to allow or permit, and "go" meaning to move away from a place or position
Historically, the phrase has been used to describe the act of releasing or surrendering something, and its usage has evolved to include figurative meanings such as emotional release or surrender
Synonyms
releasing
freeing
liberating
disengaging
detaching
surrendering
relinquishing
abandoning
forsaking
quitting
ceasing
stopping
dropping
shedding
casting off
giving up
yielding
conceding
submitting
acquiescing
resigning
renouncing
abdicating
vacating
evacuating
departing
leaving
parting
separating
dividing
severing
disconnecting
uncoupling
unfastening
unshackling
Definitions
- To stop holding or gripping something physically or mentally
- * To release someone or something from a responsibility, obligation, or duty
- * To surrender or give up a feeling, attitude, or habit
Usage Examples
- She finally let go of her grudge and forgave her friend
- * He had to let go of his fear of public speaking to become a successful presenter
- * The company had to let go of some employees due to financial difficulties
Antonyms
holding
keeping
retaining
gripping
grasping
clinging
clinging to
clutching
seizing
grasping
gripping
capturing
catching
snatching
taking
possessing
owning
acquiring
gaining
getting
obtaining
retaining
preserving
conserving
saving
hoarding
accumulating