abolition synonyms

abolition

n.

  1. The act of abolishing

    annulment, eradication, overthrow; see cancellation, destruction 1, repeal.

  2. The abolition of slavery; sometimes capitalized

    emancipation, manumission, enfranchisement; see freeing.

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