Abrogated

/ˈæbrəˌɡeɪtɪd/ verb

Definition

Past tense of abrogate; officially repealed or formally abolished.

Etymology

Past tense form of 'abrogate,' from Latin 'abrogatus,' the past participle of 'abrogare.'

Kelly Says

Historical documents marked 'abrogated' represent moments when societies decided their old rules no longer applied—from repealing slavery laws to ending colonial treaties.

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