abandon, desert, forsake mean to leave without intending to return. abandon suggests that the thing or person left may be helpless without protection.

Abandon means to give up or discontinue any further interest in something because of discouragement, weariness, distaste, or the like: to abandon one's efforts.

ABANDON definition: 1. to leave a place, thing, or person, usually for ever: 2. to stop doing an activity before you…. Learn more.

1. to leave completely and finally; forsake utterly; desert: to abandon a child; to abandon a sinking ship. 2. to give up; discontinue; withdraw from: to abandon a project; to abandon hope. 3. to give up the …

abandon, relinquish, renounce mean to give up all concern in something. abandon means to give up or discontinue any further interest in something because of discouragement, weariness, distaste, or the …

Feb 2, 2026 · abandon (third-person singular simple present abandons, present participle abandoning, simple past and past participle abandoned) (transitive) To give up or relinquish control of, to …

3. To surrender one's claim to, right to, or interest in; give up entirely: abandon a belief. See Synonyms at relinquish. 4. To cease trying to continue; desist from: abandoned the search for the missing hiker. …

Abandon definition: To withdraw one's support or help from, especially in spite of duty, allegiance, or responsibility; desert.

Abandon refers to the act of giving up or discontinuing something, or leaving a place, person, or thing, often without planning to come back. It may also refer to the complete lack of inhibition or restraint in …

ABANDON meaning: 1 : to leave and never return to (someone who needs protection or help); 2 : to leave and never return to (something)