Synonyms of abandonment

Noun

1. abandonment, forsaking, desertion, rejection

usage: the act of giving something up

2. desertion, abandonment, defection, withdrawal

usage: withdrawing support or help despite allegiance or responsibility; "his abandonment of his wife and children left them penniless"

3. abandonment, disposal, disposition

usage: the voluntary surrender of property (or a right to property) without attempting to reclaim it or give it away