Relinquishment

C2 16+

Pronunciation: /rɪˈlɪŋkwɪʃmənt/

Definitions of relinquishment

noun something that is given up or surrendered

Example Sentences

A1 I made a relinquishment of my claim to the inheritance.

A2 The relinquishment of power by the dictator was unexpected.

B1 The relinquishment of control over the company led to chaos.

B2 His relinquishment of the CEO position was met with mixed reactions.

C1 The relinquishment of her dreams for a career in music was a difficult decision.

C2 The relinquishment of their nuclear weapons was a significant step towards peace.

Examples of relinquishment in a Sentence

formal The relinquishment of power by the dictator was seen as a positive step towards democracy.

informal Her relinquishment of the remote control signaled the end of movie night.

slang I can't believe he made a relinquishment on our bet, what a sore loser.

figurative The artist's relinquishment of control allowed the painting to take on a life of its own.

Grammatical Forms of relinquishment

past tense

relinquished

plural

relinquishments

comparative

more relinquished

superlative

most relinquished

present tense

relinquishes

future tense

will relinquish

perfect tense

has relinquished

continuous tense

is relinquishing

singular

relinquishment

positive degree

relinquishment

infinitive

to relinquish

gerund

relinquishing

participle

relinquishing

Origin and Evolution of relinquishment

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Old French
Story behind the word: The word 'relinquishment' originated from the Old French word 'relinquir' which means to abandon or leave behind.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'relinquishment' has evolved to signify the act of giving up or surrendering something willingly, often in a formal or official manner.