Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
abolishment
Noun
/əˈbɒlɪʃmənt/
Definition
The act of formally ending or abolishing something.
Examples
- The abolishment of slavery was a significant milestone in history.
- Many people rallied for the abolishment of the death penalty in their country.
- After much debate, the abolishment of the archaic law was finally passed.
Meaning
The termination or annulment of a practice, law, or institution.
Synonyms
- Termination
- Annulment
- Cancellation
- Abrogation
- Discontinuation
