Abdicate Definition & Meaning
abdicate
- verb
- give up, such as power, as of monarchs and emperors, or duties and obligations; "The King abdicated when he married a divorcee"
"Abdicate" in song lyrics
See how abdicate is used in real songs:
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"abnegate vs abdicate"
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Words that rhyme with abdicate
Usage tips for "abdicate"
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