Revocation

2 words in this vocabulary list

verb to officially end or put an end to something, such as a law or system

  • The government decided to abolish the outdated law.
  • Let's abolish the rule that says we can't bring food into the library.
  • I say we abolish this dumb curfew.
  • She wanted to abolish all negative thoughts from her mind.

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

  • The abrogation of the treaty caused tensions between the two countries.
  • The abrogation of the rule made everyone happy.
  • They tried to pull a fast one with the abrogation, but it didn't work.
  • The abrogation of her promise left a gaping hole in their relationship.