Abrogates

/ˈæbrəˌɡeɪts/ verb

Definition

Third person singular present tense; officially repeals or formally abolishes.

Etymology

Present tense form of 'abrogate,' following standard English verb conjugation patterns from Latin 'abrogare.'

Kelly Says

When a court 'abrogates' a previous ruling, it's exercising the ultimate legal power—saying that yesterday's truth is no longer valid today.

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