English Synonym Finder

abolish

Definitions

To formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution.

To completely do away with or annul a law or regulation.

Examples

Many countries have moved to abolish the death penalty in recent decades.

The organization is campaigning to abolish child labor across the globe.

Synonyms

annul repeal rescind abrogate terminate eradicate nullify

Antonyms

establish enact institute ratify preserve uphold implement