recantation

Meanings

• noun

  the act of retracting or revoking a previous statement, especially a formal one; repudiation.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with recantation
annulation , collusion , delusion , illusion , prestation , vacation

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Variants

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recant , recantation , recantations , recanted , recanting , recants

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Etymology

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From Old French recantation, from re- 'back' + cantare 'sing'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'recantation' comes from the Latin word 'cantare', which means 'to sing'. In the Middle Ages, recantation was often performed publicly, with the person making the recantation singing their new beliefs.

2. In some legal systems, recanting a previous testimony can lead to serious consequences, including being charged with perjury.

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Related Concepts

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1. repentance: Repentance is the feeling of remorse for past actions and a desire to make amends. Recantation is the formal act of renouncing or retracting a previous statement, while repentance is an emotional response to past actions.

2. apology: An apology is a statement expressing regret and remorse for a mistake or wrongdoing. Recantation, on the other hand, is the formal act of retracting a previous statement.

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Culture

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Recantation has been used extensively in religious and legal contexts. In religion, it refers to the act of renouncing one's faith or beliefs. In law, it is the formal act of retracting a previous statement made under oath.

How to Memorize "recantation"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the act of taking back a statement, like tearing up a piece of paper with a statement written on it.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with the act of taking back or retracting a statement.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Recantation is the act of taking back a statement, like taking back a cake from someone' to remember the definition.

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