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Disavowed

Verb / ˌdɪsʌˈvaʊd / Another word for disavowed — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To deny any knowledge or responsibility for something; to disclaim or repudiate.

Synonyms & similar words

disavow avow deny repudiate disclaim reject renounce abjure disown refute contradict oppose disaffirm negate disprove retract recant abnegate forfeit waive relinquish

Example sentences

  1. He disavowed any knowledge of the conspiracy.
  2. She disavowed her support for the controversial policy.
  3. The company disavowed responsibility for the defective product.
  4. The politician disavowed the extremist group's endorsement.
  5. The athlete disavowed any use of performance-enhancing drugs.

Quotes

  • I disavow and condemn those who advocate and perpetrate violence against their fellow human beings.
  • To disavow an action is not necessarily to condemn it.
  • We cannot disavow what we do not know.

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