Abrogation

C2 16+

Pronunciation: /æbrəˈɡeɪʃən/

Definitions of abrogation

noun the act of repealing or abolishing a law, right, or agreement

Example Sentences

A1 The abrogation of the old law caused confusion among the citizens.

A2 The abrogation of the treaty led to tensions between the two countries.

B1 The abrogation of the policy was met with mixed reactions from the public.

B2 The abrogation of the contract resulted in a legal dispute between the parties involved.

C1 The abrogation of the constitution required careful consideration by the lawmakers.

C2 The abrogation of the agreement had far-reaching implications for international relations.

Examples of abrogation in a Sentence

formal The abrogation of the treaty caused tensions between the two countries.

informal The abrogation of the rule made everyone happy.

slang They tried to pull a fast one with the abrogation, but it didn't work.

figurative The abrogation of her promise left a gaping hole in their relationship.

Grammatical Forms of abrogation

plural

abrogations

comparative

more abrogation

superlative

most abrogation

present tense

abrogates

future tense

will abrogate

perfect tense

has abrogated

continuous tense

is abrogating

singular

abrogation

positive degree

abrogation

infinitive

to abrogate

gerund

abrogating

participle

abrogated

Origin and Evolution of abrogation

First Known Use: 1400 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'abrogation' originated from the Latin word 'abrogatio', which means 'repeal' or 'annulment'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'abrogation' has retained its original meaning of revoking or repealing a law or agreement, but has also come to be used in a more general sense to refer to the act of abolishing or doing away with something.