Rechercher
Sélectionnez la langue du dictionnaire
to abandon
01
abandonner
to leave someone with no intention of returning
Transitive: to abandon sb
Exemples
In the middle of a crucial project, Sarah 's colleague decided to abandon the team without any explanation.
Au milieu d'un projet crucial, le collègue de Sarah a décidé d'abandonner l'équipe sans aucune explication.
1.1
laisser tomber
to stop supporting an idea, policy, concept, etc.
Transitive: to abandon an idea or belief
Exemples
The company abandoned its outdated marketing strategy in favor of a more innovative approach.
L'entreprise a abandonné sa stratégie marketing dépassée en faveur d'une approche plus innovante.
1.2
abandonner, délaisser
to leave a place, especially because it is difficult or dangerous to stay
Transitive: to abandon a place
Exemples
The commander made the difficult decision to abandon the strategic outpost, ordering the troops to retreat to a safer location.
Le commandant a pris la décision difficile d'abandonner le poste avancé stratégique, ordonnant aux troupes de se retirer vers un endroit plus sûr.
02
abandonner
to no longer continue something altogether
Transitive: to abandon a plan or situation
Exemples
Despite years of dedication, John reached a point where he had to abandon his once-beloved hobby.
Abandon
01
abandon, désinhibition
the trait of lacking restraint or control; reckless freedom from inhibition or worry
02
abandon, désespoir
a feeling of extreme emotional intensity
