CEFR C1

abdication

noun

Meaning

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.

Synonyms: resignation, renunciation, relinquishment

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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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