abrogate
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/ˈæbrəɡeɪt/
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/ˈæbrəɡeɪt/
To formally cancel or get rid of a law, agreement, or right.
The new government decided to abrogate the old trade agreement.
新政府决定废除旧的贸易协议。
To not fulfill a responsibility or duty.
The company was accused of abrogating its duty to protect the environment.
该公司被指控违反了保护环境的责任。