What does disavow mean?
Disavow means (transitive) To strongly and solemnly refuse to own or acknowledge; to deny responsibility for, approbation of, and the like..
Disavow
/dɪsəˈvaʊ/ · verb
Meaning
(transitive) To strongly and solemnly refuse to own or acknowledge; to deny responsibility for, approbation of, and the like..
Definitions by Sense
- (transitive) To strongly and solemnly refuse to own or acknowledge; to deny responsibility for, approbation of, and the like.
- (transitive) To deny; to show the contrary of; to deny legitimacy or achievement of any kind.
Example Sentences
He was charged with embezzlement, but he disavows the crime.
Because of her dissatisfaction, she now disavows the merits of socialism.
Synonyms for disavow
Antonyms for disavow
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Word Forms
- disavows
- disavowing
- disavowed
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for disavow?
Common synonyms include abjure, deny, disclaim, disown.
What is the opposite of disavow?
Possible antonyms include accept, own up, prove, avow.
How do you use disavow in a sentence?
He was charged with embezzlement, but he disavows the crime.
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