abandonment

[US]/əˈbændəndmənt/
[UK]/ə'bændənmənt/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. giving up; deserting; leaving behind; neglecting.

Example Sentences

abandonment of a right

abandonment of a cargo

the atmosphere of neglect and abandonment was almost tangible.

Lack of money led to the abandonment of this plan.

Internal Revenue Code Section 165 permits a deduction for losses associated with the abandonment of nondepreciable assets.

Popular Words

Explore frequently searched vocabulary

Download App to Unlock Full Content

Want to learn vocabulary more efficiently? Download the DictoGo app and enjoy more vocabulary memorization and review features!

Download DictoGo Now