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Abrogated

Part of speech:

Verb

Sense 1:

(law) To officially or formally annul, revoke, or cancel a law, agreement, or treaty.

Example Sentence:

After fierce debates, the parliament abrogated the controversial law that restricted freedom of speech.

Sense 2:

(general) To put an end to or set aside something, such as a practice or a right.

Example Sentence:

The new management abrogated the old dress code policies and allowed a more relaxed attire at the workplace.

Sense 3:

(history) To abolish, nullify, or subvert a previously established ruling or regime.

Example Sentence:

The revolutionaries successfully abrogated the monarchy, leading to the establishment of a democratic republic.

Sense 4:

(religion) To repeal or invalidate a religious doctrine or law.

Example Sentence:

The religious council decided to abrogate the traditional dietary restrictions, allowing adherents to consume previously forbidden foods.

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