What does relinguish mean?

"Relinquish" means to give up, surrender, or abandon something. It implies a conscious decision to let go of something, often something you possess or have control over.

Here are some synonyms for relinquish:

* Abandon

* Cease

* Forgo

* Give up

* Release

* Surrender

* Yield

Example:

* "She relinquished her claim to the throne after her father's death."

* "The doctor advised the patient to relinquish smoking for their health."

* "The company relinquished its control over the subsidiary."

Note: "Relinquish" can also be used figuratively to describe giving up a feeling or a habit.