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"To formally give up or let go of a throne, right, power, claim, responsibility, or similar position, often due to aging or other reasons." more

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The parent had to abdicate the role of disciplinarian when their partner took charge of handling the misbehaving child.
It is rare for a parent to abdicate their responsibility to care for their children.

Abdicate

ab-di-keyt
verbTo formally give up or let go of a throne, right, power, claim, responsibility, or similar position, often due to aging or other reasons.
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Last Updated On: March 9, 2024
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