disavow
/dɪsəˈvaʊ/
Meanings
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Verb
To renounce or reject formally, especially a belief or obligation.
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Verb
To disown or disclaim responsibility or connection with.
Pronunciation
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/dɪsəˈvaʊ/
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/dɪsəˈvaʊ/
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Antonyms
accept , own up , accept , prove
Synonyms
abjure , deny , disclaim , disown , reject , deny , disprove , impugn , reject , repudiate
Rhymes
Words rhyming with disavowdisallow , misgive , applaud , enervate
Variants
List of all variants of disavow that leads to same resultdisavow , disavowable , disavowal , disavowals , disavowed , disavowing , disavows
Forms
Different forms of the word (e.g., verb conjugations, plural forms, comparative/superlative forms for adjectives).disavowed, disavowing, disavows
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.Originally meant 'to deny or disown', from Old French desavouer, from des- 'off' + avouer 'acknowledge'.
Trivia
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The word 'disavow' is often used in legal contexts, such as in wills and contracts.
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In the Harry Potter series, Dumbledore asks Harry to disavow a false claim made by Voldemort.
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The term 'disavowal of service' refers to a formal statement made by a military member that they no longer wish to serve in the military.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
repudiate: Synonym of 'disavow'. Both words mean to formally deny or reject something.
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deny: Synonym of 'disavow'. Both words mean to state that something is not true.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.In literature, 'disavow' is often used in legal or formal contexts, such as in a will or a confession. In music, there is a song titled 'Disavow' by the band The Devil Makes Three.
How to Memorize "disavow"
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visualize
- Visualize the act of formally rejecting or denying something. Imagine signing a document or making a public statement.
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associate
- Associate the word 'disavow' with the idea of formally denying or rejecting something.
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mnemonics
- Use the mnemonic 'Disown Acknowledgement Vow' to remember the meaning of 'disavow'.
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