Abandonar
Example: Decidió abandonar el proyecto tras varios intentos fallidos.
Definition
"Abandonar" means to leave something behind or give up completely on an activity, place, or responsibility. It implies a deliberate decision to stop involvement or support, as in choosing to cease efforts or withdraw from a project or commitment.
Etymology
The word "abandonar" comes from the Old French 'abandoner,' which means to surrender or give up. It is derived from 'a bandon,' meaning 'at one's disposal' or 'under control.' Did you know that originally it carried a sense of putting something at someone else's mercy before evolving into the idea of leaving or forsaking?
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"Abandonar" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (C1) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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