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abolition

[ab-uh-lish-uhn] / ˌæb əˈlɪʃ ən /
NOUN
formal act of putting an end to, annulling
Synonyms
STRONGEST
abolishment abrogation annulment cancellation destruction dissolution elimination eradication nullification overthrow repeal revocation termination withdrawal
STRONG
annihilation end ending extirpation invalidation negation obliteration repudiation rescission subversion suppression voiding
WEAK
overturning quashing rescinding rescindment wiping out
Antonyms
STRONGEST
approval beginning construction enactment restoration start validation
STRONG
commencement opening
WEAK
confirmation establishment institution legalization promotion

Example Sentences

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In his statement marking the abolition of hereditary peers, the Lord Speaker thanked them for their service.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

Students also called for the abolition of ICE and spoke of wanting the school board to rescind what they regard as anti-LGBTQ+ policies.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 16, 2026

Alinejad is one of the most prominent dissident campaigners against Iranian authorities and for years has pushed for the abolition of the obligatory headscarf in Iran under the banner of "MyStealthyFreedom."

From Barron's • Jan. 28, 2026

Historians highlight the legislative achievements, including the British Parliament’s abolition of the slave trade in 1807 and the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 26, 2026

Anthony continued with her temperance and abolition work, but her focus shifted to women’s rights.

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling