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abnegated

The word “abnegated” has 4 syllables: ab-ne-gat-ed.

It's pronounced as /ˈæb.nɪ.ˌɡeɪ.tɪd/.

What is synonym and antonym for abnegated?

In the thesaurus, “abnegated” has 10 synonyms and 12 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for abnegated along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for abnegated

  • abandoned
  • abdicated
  • contradicted
  • denied
  • relinquished
  • renounced
  • resigned
  • retracted
  • took back
  • withdrew

Antonyms for abnegated

  • acknowledged
  • admitted
  • affirmed
  • appropriated
  • asserted
  • assumed
  • claimed
  • confiscated
  • declared
  • maintained
  • stated
  • took over

Meanings of abnegated

  • verb
    1. To deny (oneself something); to renounce or give up (a right, a power, a claim, a privilege, a convenience).
    2. To relinquish; to surrender; to abjure.

Example Sentences

  • His ambitions were abnegated in favor of supporting his family through difficult times.
  • The project's original scope was abnegated due to budget constraints.
  • Sarah's desire for recognition was abnegated by her commitment to teamwork.
  • The leader's authority was not to be abnegated even in the face of opposition.
  • The compromise abnegated some of the core principles initially set forth in the agreement.

On this page you'll find 22 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to abnegated, such as: abandoned, abdicated, acknowledged, admitted, affirmed, appropriated, asserted.

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