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abeyant


Meanings
  • adjective

    In a state of suspension or delay; not in effect.


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abeyance , abeyances , abeyant , in abeyance
Etymology
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From Old French abeiver, meaning 'to put aside, abandon'.


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  1. The term 'abeyance' is often used in legal contexts to describe a situation where a court case is put on hold until a certain event occurs.

  2. In politics, a government in abeyance is one that is temporarily replaced by a caretaker government.


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  1. Suspension: Abeyant is related to the concept of suspension, as it describes something that is not in effect or in action.

  2. Limbo: Abeyant is also related to the concept of limbo, as it describes something that is in a state of uncertainty or waiting.


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The term 'abeyant' has been used in various contexts, including law and politics, to describe situations where there is a lack of clear authority or decision-making. In literature, it has been used to describe characters or situations that are in a state of limbo or uncertainty.

How to Memorize "abeyant"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a situation where a decision needs to be made, but there is a lack of clear authority or clarity. Imagine a courtroom where a judge is on leave, and the case is in a state of abeyance until the judge returns.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'abeyant' with the idea of a pause or delay. Think of a traffic light that is flashing yellow, indicating that drivers should prepare to stop but not yet do so.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic by remembering that 'abeyant' comes from the Old French word 'abeiver', which means 'to put aside' or 'to abandon'.


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