Relinquish Meaning

There are 4 meaning(s) for word Relinquish

Meaning 1 : part with a possession or right

    Example : I am relinquishing my bedroom to the long-term house guest

    Synonyms : free,  give up,  release,  resign
Meaning 2 : do without or cease to hold or adhere to

    Example : relinquish the old ideas

    Synonyms : dispense with,  forego,  foreswear,  forgo,  waive
Meaning 3 : release, as from one's grip

    Example : relinquish your grip on the rope--you won't fall

    Synonyms : let go,  let go of,  release
Meaning 4 : turn away from; give up

    Synonyms : foreswear,  quit,  renounce