Definition

The act of officially ending or canceling a law, agreement, or rule.

Example

The abrogation of the law was met with widespread approval.

Conversation

Did you hear about the government's abrogation of that old law?

Yeah, it was about time they changed it!

I wonder how the public will react to the abrogation.

Hopefully, they'll see it as a positive step forward.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Abrogation is formed from "ab-" (meaning away) and "rogare" (meaning to ask or propose). The term refers to the act of formally repealing or nullifying a law or agreement, essentially asking it to be taken away.

Memory Tip

Think of the idea of 'taking away' ('ab-') a law or proposal ('rogare') — that's what abrogation means.

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