abrogate

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈæbrəɡeɪt/

Definition

Formally revoke, repeal, or do away with a law, right, or formal agreement.

Examples

• The committee voted to abrogate the existing policy regarding overtime pay.

• He argued that the new legislation effectively abrogated the rights granted by the previous charter.

• International pressure forced the regime to abrogate the controversial decree.

Synonyms of abrogate

Words with a similar meaning to abrogate:

• repeal
• cancel
• revoke
• rescind

Antonyms of abrogate

Words with the opposite meaning to abrogate:

• enact
• ratify

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