How to Pronounce Abdicate

To pronounce "abdicate", say ABD-ic-at-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈæb.dɪˌkeɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

abdicate

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈæb.dɪˌkeɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “abdicate”

"abdicate" has 4 syllables: abd-ic-at-e. It rhymes with elucidate and articulate, if that helps it stick.

What does abdicate mean?

verb

To disclaim and expel from the family, as a father his child; to disown; to disinherit.
To formally separate oneself from or to divest oneself of.

Synonyms

abandon abjure cast aside cast off cede desert disinherit disown

Antonyms

claim grasp maintain occupy retain seize

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Words that rhyme with abdicate

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

elucidate articulate desolate facilitate profligate explicate deliberate delineate ruminate innate cultivate state

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "abdicate"?▾

"Abdicate" has 4 syllables: abd · ic · at · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "abdicate"?▾

The IPA transcription of "abdicate" is /ˈæb.dɪˌkeɪt/.

What does "abdicate" mean?▾

Abdicate: To disclaim and expel from the family, as a father his child; to disown; to disinherit.

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