Relinquish

noun the act of leaving or deserting someone or something

verb to leave or desert someone or something

• The decision to abandon the project was made after careful consideration by the board of directors.
• I can't believe he just abandoned his car on the side of the road like that!
• She decided to ghost him and abandon their plans for the weekend.
• Sometimes we have to abandon our fears in order to pursue our dreams.

verb to renounce or relinquish a throne, power, responsibility, right, claim, or duty

• The king decided to abdicate the throne in favor of his son.
• The CEO just abdicated his responsibilities and left the company in chaos.
• I can't believe she just abdicated her duties like that.
• Sometimes we have to abdicate control and let things unfold naturally.

verb to solemnly renounce or reject a belief, cause, or claim

• The defendant decided to abjure his previous statement and plead guilty instead.
• She promised to abjure junk food for a month, but ended up giving in after a week.
• I abjure that TV show, it's so boring.
• He abjured his old habits and embraced a healthier lifestyle.