Synonyms for
Waivers
Definition
Waivers are documents that say someone has given up a right or claim.
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Informal
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- sign a waiver
- waiver of liability
- obtain a waiver
- request a waiver
- legal waiver
- medical waiver
- written waiver
Word family
Usage note
A waiver is a formal document relinquishing a right or claim. It is often used in legal or contractual contexts. The verb 'waive' means to voluntarily give up a right.
Example sentences
- The store required customers to sign a waiver before using the equipment.
- The waiver stated that the company was not responsible for any injuries.
- The lawyer advised his client to sign the waiver in order to avoid a lawsuit.
- The waiver of his right to a fair trial resulted in a harsh sentence.
- I signed a waiver to release my medical records to the insurance company.
Quotes
"I have signed more waivers than anyone on the planet." - Bear Grylls
"People are way more likely to try to get out of a contract than they are to sign a waiver." - Dave Eggers
"I did sign a waiver saying that I knew that I could have died and wouldn't hold the show responsible for it." - Penn Jillette