abolishing

Definitions

The act of formally putting an end to a system, practice, or institution.

The process of officially canceling or invalidating a law or regulation.

Examples

The government is considering abolishing the outdated tax law to stimulate economic growth.

Many activists are dedicated to abolishing the death penalty in their state.

Synonyms

repealing revoking annulling terminating ending abrogating canceling

Antonyms

establishing enacting instituting creating ratifying implementing preserving