abrogation
noun
Simple meaning
A repeal by authority.
Pronunciation
Say it like this:
abruhgayshuhnSay the bold part a little louder.
IPA pronunciation (US)
æbɹəˈɡeɪʃən
This word is pronounced essentially the same in American and British English, so one transcription covers both.
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Definition
Everyday modern meanings first, grouped by part of speech.
noun
A repeal by authority; abolition.
The act of abrogating; an official or legal cancellation
molecular biology
The blocking of a molecular process or function.
Word Aura™
How this word commonly comes across.
Aura for this meaning
This meaning: A repeal by authority; abolition.
Like its verb form, 'abrogation' refers to the formal act of canceling a law, right, or agreement. It's a very official term, often appearing in legal or political contexts to describe the undoing of something established.
- Emotional tone
- Neutral
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Not strongly marked
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- Matter-of-fact
- Usage feel
- Neutral and straightforward
Where you'll really hear it
Historical texts
“The abrogation of the old law caused widespread public debate.”
Government reports
“The committee recommended the abrogation of several outdated regulations.”
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