Synonyms for

Abandons

Verb / ʌˈbændʌnz / Another word for abandons — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Abandons means to leave something or someone behind or stop doing something.

Synonyms & similar words

giveup abandon desolate wantonness empty vacate unconstraint forsake wildness desert desert forsake leave quit relinquish discard dump jilt yield abjure

Example sentences

  1. He abandons his car in the middle of the road.
  2. She abandons her plan to go to the park because of the rain.
  3. The dog abandons its toy to chase a squirrel.
  4. The company abandons its failed project and starts a new one.
  5. The sailor abandons the sinking ship.

Quotes

  • The belief in a supernatural source of evil is not necessary; men alone are quite capable of every wickedness.
  • The world is a dangerous place to live; not because of the people who are evil, but because of the people who don't do anything about it.
  • It's better to be unhappy alone than unhappy with someone.

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