Dictionary Check: relinquish

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"relinquish" is a valid word!

Scrabble 22 points
Words with Friends 24 points

Definition

verb

part with a possession or right

Example: "I am relinquishing my bedroom to the long-term house guest"
Synonyms:
release resign free give up
verb

do without or cease to hold or adhere to

Example: "We are dispensing with formalities"
Synonyms:
waive forgo forego foreswear dispense with
verb

turn away from; give up

Example: "I am foreswearing women forever"
Synonyms:
foreswear renounce quit
verb

release, as from one's grip

Example: "Let go of the door handle, please!"
Synonyms:
let go of let go release

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