Abrogator (Noun)
Meaning
An authority or official empowered to abolish or annul or repeal.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The monarch acted as the final abrogator of the law, deciding to abolish it due to its outdated provisions.
- The president, as the abrogator of the treaty, officially repealed it in a televised ceremony.
- In ancient Rome, the abrogator held significant power in repealing laws deemed unfavorable to the ruling class.
- A leading judge was appointed as the abrogator to review and repeal outdated regulations hindering business growth.
- The colonial powers' abrogator had the authority to annul any law passed by the local government if it conflicted with their interests.