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abrogates

The word “abrogates” has 3 syllables: ab-ro-gates.

It's pronounced as /ˈæbrəˌɡeɪts/.

What is synonym and antonym for abrogates?

In the thesaurus, “abrogates” has 12 synonyms and 11 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for abrogates

Antonyms for abrogates

  • approve
  • enact
  • enacts
  • establishes
  • institutes
  • lays down
  • pass
  • permit
  • sanction
  • support
  • validate

Meanings of abrogates

  • verb
    1. To annul by an authoritative act; to abolish by the authority of the maker or her or his successor; to repeal; — applied to the repeal of laws, decrees, ordinances, the abolition of customs, etc.
    2. To put an end to; to do away with.
    3. To block a process or function.

Example Sentences

  • The new policy abrogates the previous regulations regarding environmental protection.
  • This amendment effectively abrogates the right to free speech for certain individuals.
  • The contract includes a clause that abrogates liability in cases of force majeure.
  • The dictator's decree abrogates the fundamental rights of the citizens.
  • The constitution explicitly prohibits any law that abrogates basic human rights.

On this page you'll find 23 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to abrogates, such as: abolish, abolishes, annul, approve, cancels, enact, enacts.

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