Pronunciation: /ˈæbdɪˌkeɪtɪd/
verb to renounce or relinquish a throne, power, responsibility, right, or claim
A1 The king abdicated his throne and left the kingdom.
A2 She abdicated her responsibilities and decided to travel the world.
B1 The CEO abdicated his position and retired after many years of service.
B2 The president abdicated his power to the newly elected leader.
C1 The dictator abdicated control of the country after facing widespread protests.
C2 The monarch abdicated the throne in favor of his son, the crown prince.
adjective having abdicated
A1 The abdicated king lived in exile for the rest of his life.
A2 The abdicated queen handed over her crown to her successor.
B1 The abdicated ruler was no longer in power but still held influence.
B2 The abdicated monarch was met with mixed reactions from the public.
C1 The abdicated leader faced scrutiny for their decision to step down.
C2 The abdicated emperor retired to a secluded palace away from the public eye.
formal The king abdicated the throne in favor of his son.
informal The CEO abdicated his responsibilities and left the company in chaos.
slang She abdicated her duties and let her team down.
figurative The politician abdicated his moral compass in pursuit of power.
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