Abrogate and Confer

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Abrogate verb - To put an end to by formal action.

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Confer is an antonym for abrogate.

Nearby Words: abrogation, abrogating

Confer verb - To give the ownership or benefit of (something) formally or publicly.

Usage example: the British monarch continues to confer knighthood on those who are outstanding in their fields of endeavor

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Abrogate is an antonym for confer.

abrogate rights

confer rights

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