Abeyancy

Pronunciation: /əˈbaɪənsi/

Definitions of abeyancy

noun the state of being in temporary disuse or suspension

Example Sentences

A1 I am in a state of abeyancy as I wait for the results of my exam.

A2 The abeyancy of the project's approval is causing anxiety among the team members.

B1 The abeyancy of the legal decision is prolonging the resolution of the dispute.

B2 The abeyancy of the government's response to the crisis is causing uncertainty among the citizens.

C1 The abeyancy of the court's ruling is creating a sense of anticipation in the legal community.

C2 The abeyancy of the CEO's decision is affecting the company's stock price.

Examples of abeyancy in a Sentence

formal The abeyancy of the legal case caused delays in the court proceedings.

informal The abeyancy of the project is frustrating because we can't move forward.

slang I can't stand the abeyancy in this situation, it's driving me crazy.

figurative The abeyancy in their relationship was like a cloud hanging over them, preventing any progress.

Grammatical Forms of abeyancy

• past tense: abeyanced
• plural: abeyancies
• comparative: more abeyant
• superlative: most abeyant
• present tense: abeyances
• future tense: will abeyance
• perfect tense: have abeyanced
• continuous tense: is abeyancing
• singular: abeyancy
• positive degree: abeyant
• infinitive: to abeyance
• gerund: abeyancing
• participle: abeyancing

Origin and Evolution of abeyancy

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'abeyancy' originated from the Old French word 'abeyance' which means 'expectation' or 'suspension'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'abeyancy' has come to be used in legal contexts to refer to a state of temporary inactivity or suspension, particularly in relation to property rights or titles.