How do you pronounce abdicate?

abdicate is pronounced as /ˈæbdɪkeɪt/.

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👑abdicate

verb

/ˈæbdɪkeɪt/

abbreviation abdomen

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Meaning

To give up a position of power or responsibility, especially a throne.

Example Sentences

The king decided to abdicate the throne.

Example Expressions

abdicate responsibility

Synonyms

resign, renounce, relinquish, quit, surrender

Antonyms

assume, claim, retain

Collocations

abdicate the throne, abdicate power, abdicate responsibility, forced to abdicate

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