noun
- a formal rejection or renunciation of a belief, cause, or claim
Usage: formal
Examples
- The politician’s abjuration of his former views surprised many supporters.
- Her abjuration of violence marked a turning point in the peace negotiations.
- The treaty required a formal abjuration of all territorial claims.
- His abjuration of his religious beliefs caused a rift with his family.
- The court demanded an abjuration of the defendant’s previous testimony.
- The rebel leader’s abjuration of extremist ideology was met with skepticism.