C1verbformalbusinesslaw
US/weɪv/
UK/weɪv/
to choose not to enforce a rule, fee or right that normally applies
In context
The bank agreed to waive the monthly fee for new customers.
Suspects may waive their right to have a lawyer present during questioning.
The airline will waive the change fee if you rebook before Friday.
Words that go with waive
verb + noun
- waive a feeThe hotel agreed to waive the late checkout fee.
- waive the requirementThe school may waive the requirement in special cases.
- waive the rightYou can waive the right to appeal in writing.
- waive a chargePlease ask the clerk to waive the charge.
- waive the depositThe landlord decided to waive the deposit this time.
- waive the penaltyManagement was willing to waive the penalty.