/ˌæbrəˈɡeɪʃən/; abˌroˈɡeɪʃən

Definitions

1. noun

The act of formally repealing or annulling a law, agreement, or treaty.

“The government’s decision was a clear case of abrogation of its international obligations.”

2. noun

The act of canceling or repealing a provision or clause in a contract, document, or agreement.

“The contract’s abrogation clause allowed either party to terminate the agreement with 30 days’ notice.”

3. noun

The act of formally repealing or annulling a decree, law, or rule.

“The monarch’s abrogation of the old laws marked a significant shift in the country’s governance structure.”

4. verb

To formally repeal or annul a law, agreement, or treaty.

“The government will abrogate the treaty if the other party fails to comply with its terms.”

5. verb

To cancel or repeal a provision or clause in a contract, document, or agreement.

“The company will abrogate the contract clause if the terms are deemed unfair.”

6. verb

To formally repeal or annul a decree, law, or rule.

“The monarch will abrogate the old laws to bring the country’s governance in line with modern standards.”