Meaning of the word abandonment in English
What does abandonment mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
abandonment
US /əˈbæn.dən.mənt/
UK /əˈbæn.dən.mənt/
Noun
1.
the action or fact of abandoning or being abandoned
Example:
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The abandonment of the old house left it in ruins.
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She suffered from feelings of abandonment after her parents left.
2.
complete lack of inhibition or restraint
Example:
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They danced with wild abandonment.
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The music was played with reckless abandonment.