English Synonym Finder

Relinquish

Definitions

To voluntarily cease to keep or claim; give up.

To let go of or release something, such as a right, possession, or control.

Examples

He was forced to relinquish his position as CEO after the scandal broke.

She had to relinquish her dreams of becoming a professional dancer due to a severe injury.

Synonyms

Abandon Surrender Cede Renounce Yield Abdicate Release

Antonyms

Keep Retain Hold Maintain Cling Possess Seize