renounce

Definition

  • verb: to say especially in a formal or official way that you will no longer have or accept (something)
  • verb: to give up, refuse, or resign usually by formal declaration
  • synonyms: disclaim, give up, forsake

Examples

  • We will not deal with them until they 'renounce' (the use of) violence/terrorism.

  • psychiatrists who 'renounce' [='reject'] the teachings of Freud

  • Many of his former supporters have 'renounced' him.

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