Definition
革除 is a formal verb meaning to remove or eliminate something undesirable. It is used for abolishing old systems or customs, getting rid of bad habits, or expelling / dismissing someone from an official position or organization. It is stronger and more literary than 取消 (to cancel) and more specific than 去掉 (to remove).
v.
to abolishto get rid of (old systems, customs, or habits)to expelto dismiss (someone from a position or organization)
Examples
- 革除。Zhèngfǔ juédìng gé chú jiù zhìdù.The government decided to abolish the old system.
- 革除。Tā yīnwèi wéiguī bèi gé chú zhíwù.He was dismissed from his post for violating rules.
- 革除。Wǒmen yào gé chú bùliáng xíguàn.We need to get rid of bad habits.
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