abrogate
/ˈæbrəɡeɪt/
CEFR level C2Topic GovernmentWord #7279 in the learning path
正式废除；撤销
Definitions
v. To officially end a law, agreement, or established right.
正式废除；撤销
Example
The council voted to abrogate the outdated parking regulation.
议会投票决定废除那项过时的停车规定。
Governments should not abrogate international agreements without carefully considering the consequences for regional stability and public trust.
政府不应在未认真考虑对地区稳定和公众信任的影响时废止国际协议。
Collocations
- abrogate a treaty
- abrogate an agreement
- abrogate a law
Word family
- abrogation (n.)
Synonyms
- repeal
- revoke
- annul
Usage tip
正式用语，常以法律、条约或协议作宾语。
FAQ
- What does abrogate mean?
- To officially end a law, agreement, or established right.
- How is abrogate pronounced?
- UK /ˈæbrəɡeɪt/, US /ˈæbrəɡeɪt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
