Abandon Definition
abandon
noun
- the trait of lacking restraint or control; reckless freedom from inhibition or worry; "she danced with abandon"
- a feeling of extreme emotional intensity; "the wildness of his anger"
verb
- forsake, leave behind; "We abandoned the old car in the empty parking lot"
- give up with the intent of never claiming again; "Abandon your life to God"; "She gave up her children to her ex- husband when she moved to Tahiti"; "We gave the drowning victim up for dead"
- leave behind empty; move out of; "You must vacate your office by tonight"
- stop maintaining or insisting on; of ideas or claims; "He abandoned the thought of asking for her hand in marriage"; "Both sides have to give up some claims in these negotiations"
- leave someone who needs or counts on you; leave in the lurch; "The mother deserted her children"
"Abandon" in song lyrics
See how abandon is used in real songs:
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"Thou shall not squeal, thou shall not abandon"
9th Prince f/ Planet Asia — Revolution Music -
"Each day they reenact the ritual of abandon"
Buck 65 — Riverbed 3 -
"I'm not a sucker, I could never abandon"
Craig G — Take The Bait
Words that rhyme with abandon
Usage tips for "abandon"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "abandon" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for abandon to find words that pair well.