abdicate
verb | /abdicate/
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to give up a position of power or responsibility, especially formally and willingly
abdicate
verb | /abdicate/
Advanced WordsMEDIUMto give up a position of power or responsibility, especially formally and willingly
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Synonyms
resignrenouncerelinquishsurrendervacate
Antonyms
assumeclaimseizeretain
Examples
"The king decided to abdicate the throne in favor of his son."
"He chose to abdicate responsibility instead of facing the consequences."
Mnemonic Trick
Abdicate = Abandon + Dictate → To abandon the throne or position you dictated over.
Etymology
From Latin abdicare = to renounce, reject
ab- (away) + dicare (to proclaim)
Source: Advanced WordsAdded: 9/28/2025
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