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Synonyms & Similar Words
desertion
relinquishment
forsaking
rejection
abandonment
leaving
quitting
surrender
resignation
waiver
renunciation
dismissal
repudiation
rejection
jettison
defection
secession
withdrawal
retirement
departure
evacuation
exodus
migration
fleeing
bolting
absconding
marooning
stranding
ditching
dumping
Meaning of Abandonment
According to the Oxford English Dictionary, abandonment refers to the act of leaving or deserting something or someone, especially a place, activity, or responsibility.
Definitions
- Merriam-Webster defines abandonment as the act of giving up or leaving behind something or someone, often due to a lack of interest, care, or responsibility.
- The Cambridge Dictionary describes abandonment as the act of leaving someone or something without intending to return or care for them.
Example Uses
- The company's abandonment of the project was a major blow to the local economy.
- The child felt a deep sense of abandonment after being left behind by her parents.
- The city's abandonment of the old neighborhood led to a decline in property values and an increase in crime.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
adoption
acceptance
retention
preservation
conservation
maintenance
upkeep
support
care
protection
preservation
safeguarding
defense
promotion
advocacy
championship
endorsement
ratification
approval
confirmation
validation