How to Pronounce "abdication"
word
ˌæbdɪˈkeɪʃən
ab-di-KAY-shuhn
ˌæbdɪkˈeɪʃən
ab-di-KAY-shuhn
Definition
Abdication is the act of giving up a position of power or responsibility, especially by a king, queen, or leader. It can also mean choosing to not fulfill a duty.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌæbdɪˈkeɪʃən
British English
ˌæbdɪkˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ab-di-KAY-shuhn
UK
ab-di-KAY-shuhn
Listen in Context
The king's abdication shocked the whole country.
Edward VIII is famous for his abdication in 1936.
Her sudden abdication of responsibility was a surprise.
Rumors of his abdication started months before the announcement.