abdication

Definitions

The act of formally relinquishing or renouncing a throne, high office, or responsibility.

The failure to fulfill a duty or responsibility.

Examples

The king's sudden abdication sent shockwaves throughout the entire nation.

Her abdication of responsibility for the project led to significant delays in the final delivery.

Synonyms

resignation renunciation surrender relinquishment stepping down giving up retirement

Antonyms

accession coronation assumption of power taking office retaining authority seizing control continuation