Synonyms of abdicate

Antonyms of abdicate

Collocations of abdicate

responsibility
Frequency: 80 %

The king decided to abdicate his responsibility and leave the kingdom in turmoil.

throne
Frequency: 70 %

After years of ruling, the queen chose to abdicate the throne in favor of her daughter.

power
Frequency: 65 %

The dictator was forced to abdicate power after a popular uprising.

duty
Frequency: 60 %

The knight felt compelled to abdicate his duty to the king in order to pursue his own quest.

authority
Frequency: 55 %

The CEO decided to abdicate her authority and let her team make decisions independently.

Idiomatic Expressions for abdicate

  • Phrase: abdicate the throne
    Meaning: to formally give up a position of power or authority, especially that of a monarch
    Usage: The king chose to abdicate the throne in favor of his son.