How to Pronounce "relinquished"
word
ɹiˈɫɪŋkwɪʃt/, /ɹɪˈɫɪŋkwɪʃt
ri-LING-kwisht
ɹɪlˈɪnkwɪʃt
ri-LIN-kwisht
Definition
Gave up, renounced, or let go of something, usually a right, possession, or responsibility.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɹiˈɫɪŋkwɪʃt/, /ɹɪˈɫɪŋkwɪʃt
British English
ɹɪlˈɪnkwɪʃt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ri-LING-kwisht
UK
ri-LIN-kwisht
Listen in Context
He relinquished his claim to the property.
She relinquished control of the company.
The king relinquished his throne.
After years of hard work, she finally relinquished her responsibilities to her successor.