Definitions and Examples of drop, leave, abandon
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
To let something fall or be released accidentally or intentionally.
Example
She accidentally dropped her phone and cracked the screen.
To go away from a place or person; to abandon or desert someone or something.
Example
He had to leave the party early to catch his flight.
To leave someone or something behind with no intention of returning or caring for them.
Example
The owner abandoned the old building, and it became a haven for squatters.
Key Differences: drop vs leave vs abandon
- 1Drop implies an accidental or intentional release of something that was being held.
- 2Leave suggests going away from a place or person, often with the intention of returning.
- 3Abandon conveys a sense of desertion or neglect, with no intention of returning or caring for someone or something.
Effective Usage of drop, leave, abandon
- 1Daily Life: Use these antonyms to describe actions related to carrying objects or leaving places.
- 2Writing: Incorporate these antonyms in narratives to create tension or conflict.
- 3Vocabulary Building: Learn these antonyms to expand your vocabulary and improve your communication skills.
Remember this!
The antonyms of carry are drop, leave, and abandon. These antonyms have distinct meanings: drop implies an accidental or intentional release, leave suggests going away with the intention of returning, and abandon conveys a sense of desertion or neglect. Use these words in daily life, writing, and vocabulary building to improve your communication skills.
