abandon (Meaning)
abandon (n)
the trait of lacking restraint or control; reckless freedom from inhibition or worry
a feeling of extreme emotional intensity
abandon (v)
forsake, leave behind
give up with the intent of never claiming again
leave behind empty; move out of
stop maintaining or insisting on; of ideas or claims
leave someone who needs or counts on you; leave in the lurch
abandon (v. t.)
To cast or drive out; to banish; to expel; to reject.
To give up absolutely; to forsake entirely ; to renounce utterly; to relinquish all connection with or concern on; to desert, as a person to whom one owes allegiance or fidelity; to quit; to surrender.
Reflexively: To give (one's self) up without attempt at self-control; to yield (one's self) unrestrainedly; -- often in a bad sense.
To relinquish all claim to; -- used when an insured person gives up to underwriters all claim to the property covered by a policy, which may remain after loss or damage by a peril insured against.
abandon (v.)
Abandonment; relinquishment.
abandon (n.)
A complete giving up to natural impulses; freedom from artificial constraint; careless freedom or ease.
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abandon Sentence Examples
- The old house at the end of the street had an eerie feeling, as if it had been abandoned for decades.
- As the storm intensified, the sailors had no choice but to abandon ship and seek refuge on a nearby island.
- The decision to abandon the project was met with disappointment, as many had invested time and effort into its success.
- In times of crisis, it is crucial not to abandon hope, as resilience often leads to overcoming challenges.
- The puppy's sad eyes pleaded with its owner not to abandon it at the crowded animal shelter.
- Despite the difficulties, she refused to abandon her dreams and pursued her passion for art.
- The explorer felt a sense of isolation when forced to abandon his expedition in the harsh Arctic conditions.
- The ancient ruins told a story of a civilization that had to abruptly abandon its city due to unforeseen circumstances.
- It was heart-wrenching to witness the family's decision to abandon their home in the war-torn region.
- The astronaut had to abandon the mission due to a technical malfunction in the spacecraft.
FAQs About the word abandon
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The old house at the end of the street had an eerie feeling, as if it had been abandoned for decades.
As the storm intensified, the sailors had no choice but to abandon ship and seek refuge on a nearby island.
The decision to abandon the project was met with disappointment, as many had invested time and effort into its success.
In times of crisis, it is crucial not to abandon hope, as resilience often leads to overcoming challenges.
