renounce

[riˈnaʊns]

renounce Definition

  • 1formally declare one's abandonment of (a claim, right, or possession)
  • 2refuse to recognize or abide by any longer
  • 3declare that one will no longer engage in or support

Using renounce: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "renounce" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He renounced his claim to the throne.

  • Example

    She renounced her citizenship and became a permanent resident.

  • Example

    The company renounced its support for the controversial policy.

  • Example

    He renounced his former way of life and became a monk.

renounce Synonyms and Antonyms

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Phrases with renounce

  • to formally declare that one will no longer use violent means to achieve a goal

    Example

    The group decided to renounce violence and pursue peaceful means of protest.

  • to give up worldly possessions and pleasures in order to live a life of spiritual contemplation

    Example

    He decided to renounce the world and become a hermit.

  • to reject the devil and all his works, as part of a religious ceremony or ritual

    Example

    As part of the baptismal rite, the candidate renounces Satan and all his works.

Origins of renounce

from Old French 'renoncier', from Latin 'renuntiare', meaning 'to report back'

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Summary: renounce in Brief

To 'renounce' [riˈnaʊns] is to formally declare the abandonment of a claim, right, or possession, or to refuse to recognize or abide by something. Examples include 'He renounced his claim to the throne,' and 'The company renounced its support for the controversial policy.' Phrases like 'renounce violence' and 'renounce Satan' denote formal declarations of rejection, while idioms are not applicable.