relinquish

/ɹɪlˈɪŋkwɪʃ/ · 3 syllables

Meaning

verb

1. part with a possession or right
   “I am relinquishing my bedroom to the long-term house guest”
2. do without or cease to hold or adhere to
   “We are dispensing with formalities”
3. turn away from; give up
   “I am foreswearing women forever”
4. release, as from one's grip
   “Let go of the door handle, please!”

Synonyms for relinquish

• release
• resign
• free
• give up
• waive
• forgo
• forego
• foreswear
• dispense with
• renounce
• quit
• let go of
• let go