abdication (C1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˌæbdɪˈkeɪʃən/
Definition
The act of formally giving up a position of power, especially a throne.
Examples
The king's abdication led to a period of political instability.
She announced her abdication from the role of CEO, effective immediately.
His abdication was seen as a sign of weakness by his rivals.
How to Use abdication
- abdication of (prepositional phrase)
- The act of formally giving up a specific right, claim, or position. — "The treaty stipulated the king's abdication of his claim to the throne."
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