abjuration

[US]/əbˈdʒɜːr.eɪʃən/
[UK]/ˌæbˈdʒərˈeɪʃən/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.The act of renouncing or rejecting something formally, especially a belief or claim.; A formal declaration of renunciation or rejection.

Phrases & Collocations

abjuration of power

public abjuration

abjuration ceremony

renunciation as abjuration

abjuration of allegiance

a solemn abjuration

abjuration of sin

act of abjuration

Example Sentences

the politician made a public abjuration of his past actions.

his abjuration was met with skepticism by many.

she renounced her claim through a formal abjuration.

the treaty included clauses for abjuration of certain weapons.

his abjuration was a necessary step to clear his name.

the company's abjuration of responsibility was widely criticized.

his abjuration came as a surprise to many who knew him.

the court accepted his abjuration of guilt.

his abjuration was a sign of weakness, not strength.

the document outlined the process for abjuration of claims.

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