renounce
10 synonyms and 2 antonyms for renounce, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To formally give up a right, title, or claim.
Synonyms
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. verb
To formally give up a right, title, or claim.
“The prince renounced his claim to the throne.”
How to use renounce
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
renounce a claim
renounce citizenship
renounce violence
Etymology
From Old French renoncier, from Latin renuntio, "to protest against, refuse."
Full origin of renounce →Frequently asked questions
What does “renounce” mean?
The word “renounce” means to formally give up a right, title, or claim. In plain terms, to formally give up or publicly reject something.
How do you pronounce “renounce”?
“Renounce” is pronounced rih-NOWNS (/ɹɪˈnaʊns/ in IPA).
How do you use “renounce” in a sentence?
Here is “renounce” used in a sentence: “The prince renounced his claim to the throne.”
What is another word for “renounce”?
Words with a similar meaning to “renounce” include forsay and forswear.
What part of speech is “renounce”?
“Renounce” is a verb.
Where does the word “renounce” come from?
The word “renounce” comes from Latin. From Old French renoncier, from Latin renuntio, "to protest against, refuse.".
Is “renounce” a common word?
“Renounce” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “renounce” have?
“Renounce” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to formally give up a right, title, or claim.
