Abdicator

Pronunciation: /æb.dɪˌkeɪ.tər/

Definitions of abdicator

noun a person who abdicates or renounces a throne, office, or power

Example Sentences

A1 The abdicator relinquished the throne to his successor.

A2 The abdicator's decision to step down surprised many people.

B1 The abdicator's abdication led to a period of uncertainty in the kingdom.

B2 The abdicator's abdication speech was met with mixed reactions from the public.

C1 The abdicator's decision to abdicate was seen as a selfless act for the good of the country.

C2 The abdicator's legacy was defined by his peaceful abdication and smooth transition of power.

Examples of abdicator in a Sentence

formal The abdicator relinquished the throne to his successor.

informal The abdicator gave up his title and retired.

slang The abdicator bailed on his responsibilities.

figurative She was seen as an abdicator of her duties when she refused to take on the project.

Grammatical Forms of abdicator

• past tense: abdicated
• plural: abdicators
• comparative: more abdicative
• superlative: most abdicative
• present tense: abdicates
• future tense: will abdicate
• perfect tense: has abdicated
• continuous tense: is abdicating
• singular: abdicator
• positive degree: abdicator
• infinitive: to abdicate
• gerund: abdicating
• participle: abdicated

Origin and Evolution of abdicator

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'abdicator' originates from the Latin word 'abdicator' which means to renounce or relinquish power.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in the context of monarchs or rulers giving up their throne or authority, the word 'abdicator' has evolved to also refer to individuals in various positions of power or responsibility who voluntarily step down or resign.