abandonment
15 synonyms and 21 antonyms for abandonment, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The act of leaving someone or something behind completely, or the state of having been left that way.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use abandonment
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
feelings of abandonment
abandonment of a claim
Etymology
From French abandonnement, from abandonner ("to abandon"), ultimately from the same root as English "abandon".
Full origin of abandonment →Frequently asked questions
What does “abandonment” mean?
The word “abandonment” means the act of leaving someone or something behind completely, or the state of having been left that way. In plain terms, the state or act of being completely left behind, whether that's a person, a place, or a legal right.
How do you pronounce “abandonment”?
“Abandonment” is pronounced uh-BAN-dn-mnt (/əˈbæn.d(ə)n.m(ə)nt/ in IPA).
How do you use “abandonment” in a sentence?
Here is “abandonment” used in a sentence: “The children were taken into care after their parents' abandonment.”
What is another word for “abandonment”?
Words with a similar meaning to “abandonment” include abandoning, abdication, abjuration, abnegation, abrogation and cession.
What is the opposite of “abandonment”?
The opposite of “abandonment” — its antonyms — are acquisition, arrogation, care, completion and conviviality.
What part of speech is “abandonment”?
“Abandonment” is a noun.
Where does the word “abandonment” come from?
The word “abandonment” comes from French. From French abandonnement, from abandonner ("to abandon"), ultimately from the same root as English "abandon".
Is “abandonment” a common word?
“Abandonment” is an uncommon word in modern English.
