How to Pronounce Abolished

To pronounce "abolished", say AB-ol-ish-ed — 4 syllables, IPA /əˈbɒlɪʃt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/əˈbɒlɪʃt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “abolished”

"abolished" has 4 syllables: ab-ol-ish-ed. It rhymes with polished and demolished, if that helps it stick.

What does abolished mean?

verb

To end a law, system, institution, custom or practice.
“Slavery was abolished in the nineteenth century.”
To put an end to or destroy, as a physical object; to wipe out.

Synonyms

abrogate annul cancel dissolve nullify repeal revoke

Antonyms

establish found

Words that rhyme with abolished

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

polished demolished

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "abolished"?▾

"Abolished" has 4 syllables: ab · ol · ish · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "abolished"?▾

The IPA transcription of "abolished" is /əˈbɒlɪʃt/.

What does "abolished" mean?▾

Abolished: To end a law, system, institution, custom or practice.

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