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Abrogated

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

Definition

Abrogated means to cancel, revoke, or abolish a law, agreement, or custom.

Synonyms & similar words

abrogate repealed annulled canceled invalidated revoked nullified rescinded dissolved terminated quashed voided overturned abolished eliminated eradicated obliterated extinguished suppressed quelled

Example sentences

  1. The company abrogated the contract after discovering the other party had breached it.
  2. The new law abrogated the previous one.
  3. The dictator abrogated the country's constitution and declared himself ruler for life.
  4. The board of directors voted to abrogate the CEO's decision.
  5. The judge abrogated the previous ruling and ordered a new trial.

Quotes

  • The Constitution is not an instrument for the government to restrain the people, it is an instrument for the people to restrain the government - lest it come to dominate our lives and interests. - Patrick Henry
  • It is not the function of our government to keep the citizen from falling into error; it is the function of the citizen to keep the government from falling into error. - Robert H. Jackson
  • The only way to deal with fear is to face it head-on. - Eleanor Roosevelt

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