abolishment
/əˈbɑlɪʃmənt/
NOUN
1. The act of officially ending or eliminating something
The formal act or process of bringing a law, system, institution, custom, or established practice to an end so that it no longer exists or operates.
1.1. Repealing laws and regulations
The formal removal or termination of a law, statute, regulation, or legal provision so that it is no longer legally effective.
Synonyms
- abolition
- abrogation
- annulment
- repeal
- rescission
- revocation
- nullification
- invalidation
- voiding
Antonyms
Examples
- The government announced the abolishment of outdated regulations to spur economic growth.
- The proposed bill aims for the abolishment of capital punishment in the state.
- The community celebrated the abolishment of segregation laws as a significant victory for civil rights.
Related Words
- law
- statute
- regulation
- legislation
- legal provision
- repeal
- amendment
1.2. Ending customs and discriminatory practices
The process of putting an end to a traditional custom, social convention, or discriminatory practice so that it is no longer accepted or continued.
Synonyms
- abolition
- elimination
- eradication
- ending
- removal
- termination
- suppression
Antonyms
- continuation
- preservation
- maintenance
- perpetuation
Examples
- Social reformers have long advocated for the abolishment of child labor.
- The organization's charter includes clauses for the abolishment of discrimination in all forms.
Related Words
1.3. Dissolving institutions and established systems
The formal discontinuation or dismantling of an organization, institution, administrative structure, or established system.
Synonyms
- abolition
- dissolution
- disbandment
- elimination
- termination
- discontinuation
Antonyms
- establishment
- founding
- institution
- creation
- formation
Related Words
- institution
- organization
- administration
- governance
- organizational structure
- disbandment
- dissolution
1.4. Cancelling or withdrawing decisions and requirements
The act of officially cancelling, reversing, or withdrawing a decision, order, restriction, or requirement so that it is no longer in effect.
Synonyms
- cancellation
- cancelation
- calling off
- countermand
- reversal
- recall
- withdrawal
- veto
- overruling
Antonyms
- approval
- authorization
- endorsement
- permission
- ratification
- sanction
Related Words
- decision
- order
- directive
- restriction
- requirement
- withdrawal
- reversal