Abolition
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌæb.əˈlɪʃ.ən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Abolition is a noun meaning The act of abolishing; an annulling; abrogation.
Meaning
The act of abolishing; an annulling; abrogation.
More Meanings
- The state of being abolished.
- (historical, often capitalised, UK, US) The ending of the slave trade or of slavery.
- (historical, often capitalised, Australia) The ending of convict transportation.
- (obsolete) An amnesty; a putting out of memory.
Example Sentences
The campaign for the abolition of slavery changed the course of history.
the abolition of debts; the abolition of laws; the abolition of slavery; the abolition of police; the abolition of taxes
Word Forms
- abolitions
Synonyms for abolition
Depending on context, synonyms include annulment, devalidation, revocation, abrogation, cancellation, deauthentication.
Antonyms for abolition
Common opposites include establishment, foundation.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include abolishment, abrogation, disbanding, delisting, repeal, dissolution.
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