Definition of "Abandon" :

noun: the trait of lacking restraint or control; reckless freedom from inhibition or worry

"She danced with abandon."

noun: a feeling of extreme emotional intensity

verb: stop maintaining or insisting on; of ideas or claims

"He abandoned the thought of asking for her hand in marriage."

verb: leave someone who needs or counts on you; leave in the lurch

verb: leave behind empty; move out of

verb: give up with the intent of never claiming again

"Abandon your life to God."

verb: forsake, leave behind

"We abandoned the old car in the empty parking lot."