abdication
US /ˌæb.dəˈkeɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌæb.dɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/
名詞
1.
退位, 放棄
the act of renouncing or giving up a throne, high office, dignity, or claim
範例:
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The king's abdication shocked the nation.
國王的退位震驚了全國。
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His abdication was a result of public pressure.
他的退位是公眾壓力的結果。
2.
放棄, 推卸
failure to fulfill a responsibility or duty
範例:
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The government's abdication of its responsibilities led to chaos.
政府放棄職責導致了混亂。
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His constant abdication of parental duties was criticized.
他持續放棄父母職責的行為受到了批評。
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