abdicative
|ab-di-ca-tive|
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/ˈæbdɪˌkeɪtɪv/
renouncing power
Etymology
Etymology Information
'abdicative' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'abdicare,' where 'ab-' meant 'away' and 'dicare' meant 'to proclaim.'
Historical Evolution
'abdicare' transformed into the Medieval Latin word 'abdicativus,' and eventually became the modern English word 'abdicative.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to proclaim away,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relating to renouncing a position or power.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or involving the act of abdicating or renouncing a position, right, or power.
The king's abdicative decision shocked the nation.
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Last updated: 2025/03/31 01:06