Vocabulary Builder — Essay & Answer Writing
abrogate
verb
/ AB-roh-gayt /
Hard
Meaning
To formally repeal, cancel, or abolish a law, agreement, or right by official means
Origin / Etymology
Latin abrogare — ab (away) + rogare (to ask/propose)
Synonyms
Annul
Repeal
Rescind
Revoke
Antonyms
Uphold
Ratify
Maintain
Enforce
Example Sentence
"The government chose to abrogate the agreement citing changed strategic circumstances — a move that drew criticism from constitutional experts for bypassing parliamentary debate."
🎯 UPSC Usage
Powerful word for GS2 polity and GS3 economy. Use when laws are formally cancelled (e.g. abrogation of Article 370; abrogation of treaties). The noun form 'abrogation' was central to the J&K reorganisation debate in 2019.
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