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View synonyms for abrogation
abrogation
[ ab-ruh-gey-shuhn ]
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Word History and Origins
Origin of abrogation1
First recorded in 1530–40; from Latin abrogātiōn-, stem of abrogātiō “a repeal,” equivalent to abrogāt(us), past participle of abrogāre “to repeal” + -iō -ion ( def ); abrogate ( def )
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Example Sentences
He thought that the temporary abrogation of a popular form of government was by no means desirable.
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The French could not work this treaty, and for long would not consent to its abrogation, and the fact tied British hands.
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But that portion of the doctrine which proclaims the abrogation of death and of sin, is affirmed with redoubled emphasis.
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Thus began the agitation which led to the abrogation of the Missouri Compromise.
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The abrogation of religious liberty was, therefore, not merely advisable, but absolutely necessary.
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