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Synonyms of abolish

8 similar words · 2 opposite words

Another word for abolish is abrogate. Other synonyms of abolish are annul, cancel, dissolve, nullify and repeal. The opposite of abolish is found.

Synonyms and similar words for abolish

verbTo end a law, system, institution, custom or practice.

Opposite of abolish

verbTo end a law, system, institution, custom or practice.

Meaning of abolish

  1. verb To end a law, system, institution, custom or practice.
  2. verb To put an end to or destroy, as a physical object; to wipe out.

Full definition of abolish

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Questions about synonyms of abolish

What is another word for abolish?
Abolish has 8 synonyms on Word.ws, such as abrogate, annul, cancel, dissolve, nullify, repeal, revoke and do away with.
What is the opposite of abolish?
The opposite of abolish is found.
What does abolish mean?
Abolish means to end a law, system, institution, custom or practice.

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