renunciation
8 synonyms and 4 antonyms for renunciation, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A formal declaration that you are giving up a right, title, claim or citizenship.
Synonyms
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A formal declaration that you are giving up a right, title, claim or citizenship.
“Renunciation of US citizenship must be done in person before a consular officer.”
Opposites
2. noun
The act of deliberately giving up a pleasure, possession or belief, often for moral or religious reasons.
“The monastic life begins with the renunciation of property.”
Opposites
How to Use Renunciation
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Formal; legal and religious contexts.
Etymology
From Latin renuntiare "to report back, protest against, disclaim", from re- "back" and nuntiare "to announce".
Full origin of renunciation →Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between renunciation and relinquishment of citizenship?
Renunciation is the active, formal step of swearing an oath to give up citizenship, usually at an embassy and usually with a fee. Relinquishment means citizenship is lost as a consequence of another act, such as taking a foreign nationality with the intention of abandoning the old one.
Is renunciation the same as denunciation?
No, and they are easily confused. Renunciation is giving something up; denunciation is publicly condemning someone or something.