American English pronunciation
How to pronounce abdicate
IPA transcription: ['æbdə,keɪt]
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Verb
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give up, such as power, as of monarchs and emperors, or duties and obligations
“The King abdicated when he married a divorcee”
Usage examples
- Costello agreed to abdicate as family boss in favor of Genovese.
- This he failed to do and was forced to abdicate.