abrogate
Group 31Difficulty 2/3
Definition
- (verb)
- To repeal or do away with a law, right, or formal agreement GRE
Example in Context
The new administration moved immediately to abrogate the treaty that its predecessor had negotiated, citing changed strategic circumstances.
Synonyms
cancelabolishrevoke
Etymology
Taking away the request or agreement.
- ab- (Latin) — away from
- rogare (Latin) — to ask
Memory Aid
🚪Sounds like “ab-ro-gate”
Imagine someone AB-RO-GATING a door by slamming it shut, saying 'NO MORE!' to any requests!
Visual Association
🚫A judge dramatically tearing up a law book in front of a shocked courtroom.
Semantic Clusters
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “abrogate” mean on the GRE?
abrogate (verb) means “To repeal or do away with a law, right, or formal agreement”. The new administration moved immediately to abrogate the treaty that its predecessor had negotiated, citing changed strategic circumstances.
How to remember “abrogate” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “abrogate” sounds like “ab-ro-gate”. Imagine someone AB-RO-GATING a door by slamming it shut, saying 'NO MORE!' to any requests!
What are synonyms for “abrogate”?
Common synonyms: cancel, abolish, revoke.