RELINQUISH
Scrabble letter values: R1E1L1I1N1Q10U1I1S1H4 = 22
Definition
- verb part with a possession or right. — synonyms: release, resign, free, give_up
- verb do without or cease to hold or adhere to. — synonyms: waive, forgo, forego, foreswear, dispense_with
- verb turn away from. — synonyms: foreswear, renounce, quit
- verb release, as from one's grip. — synonyms: let_go_of, let_go, release
Examples
- “I am relinquishing my bedroom to the long-term house guest”
- “resign a claim to the throne”
- “We are dispensing with formalities”