abdicate
7 antonyms and opposites of abdicate, grouped by meaning.
Verb — To formally give up a position of power, especially a throne.
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Etymology
From Latin abdicāre, "to renounce or reject", from ab- ("away") and dicāre ("to proclaim").
Full origin of abdicate →Frequently asked questions
What does “abdicate” mean?
The word “abdicate” means to formally give up a position of power, especially a throne. In plain terms, to formally step down from power or duty, most famously used for monarchs giving up the throne.
How do you pronounce “abdicate”?
“Abdicate” is pronounced AB-dih-kayt (/ˈæb.dɪˌkeɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “abdicate” in a sentence?
Here is “abdicate” used in a sentence: “The king abdicated in favor of his younger brother.”
What is the opposite of “abdicate”?
The opposite of “abdicate” — its antonyms — are claim, grasp, maintain, occupy and retain.
What part of speech is “abdicate”?
“Abdicate” is a verb.
Where does the word “abdicate” come from?
The word “abdicate” comes from Latin. From Latin abdicāre, "to renounce or reject", from ab- ("away") and dicāre ("to proclaim").
How many meanings does “abdicate” have?
“Abdicate” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to formally give up a position of power, especially a throne.