Definition

The state of following rules or laws, or the act of staying in a certain place or condition.

Example

His abidance by the rules ensured a fair competition for everyone involved.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about the importance of abidance in our daily lives?

Yeah, I think it helps us maintain order and structure.

Exactly! Without abidance, things could get chaotic really fast.

True, it's all about following the rules to keep everything running smoothly.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Abidance is formed from "abide" (from Old English "abidan", meaning to remain or wait) and the suffix "-ance" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "abidance" refers to the state of remaining or enduring in a particular condition or place.

Memory Tip

Think of 'abide' as meaning to 'remain' or 'wait' — and when you add '-ance', it describes the state of doing that. So, abidance is the state of remaining.

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