How to Pronounce "abolition"
word
ˌæbəˈɫɪʃən
ab-uh-LISH-uhn
ˌæbəlˈɪʃən
ab-uh-LISH-uhn
Definition
Abolition is the act of officially ending a law, system, or practice, especially one considered unfair or unjust. Most commonly used to refer to ending slavery or similar institutions.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌæbəˈɫɪʃən
British English
ˌæbəlˈɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ab-uh-LISH-uhn
UK
ab-uh-LISH-uhn
Listen in Context
The abolition of slavery was a major event in history.
Many people fought for the abolition of unfair laws.
The group supports the abolition of the death penalty.
After years of debate, the country finally saw the abolition of its outdated policies.