Abrenunciation

Pronunciation: /əˌbrɛnʌnsiˈeɪʃən/

Definitions of abrenunciation

noun a formal rejection or renunciation of something, typically a belief, claim, or course of action

Example Sentences

A1 Abrenunciation means giving up something.

A2 The abrenunciation of his claim to the throne surprised everyone.

B1 The abrenunciation of her citizenship was a difficult decision for her.

B2 His abrenunciation of his former lifestyle led to a more peaceful existence.

C1 The abrenunciation of her religious beliefs was a profound moment in her life.

C2 The abrenunciation of his family's wealth allowed him to pursue his own passions.

Examples of abrenunciation in a Sentence

formal The abrenunciation of his inheritance shocked his family.

informal She made an abrenunciation of her diet and indulged in a big slice of cake.

slang I heard he did an abrenunciation of his job and decided to travel the world instead.

figurative The artist's abrenunciation of traditional techniques led to a groundbreaking new style.

Grammatical Forms of abrenunciation

• past tense: abrenunciated
• plural: abrenunciations
• comparative: more abrenunciated
• superlative: most abrenunciated
• present tense: abrenunciates
• future tense: will abrenunciate
• perfect tense: has abrenunciated
• continuous tense: is abrenunciating
• singular: abrenunciation
• positive degree: abrenunciated
• infinitive: to abrenunciate
• gerund: abrenunciating
• participle: abrenunciated

Origin and Evolution of abrenunciation

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'abrenunciation' originated from Latin, specifically from the prefix 'ab-' meaning 'away from' and the word 'renunciation' meaning 'to give up or reject'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'abrenunciation' has likely evolved to be less commonly used compared to 'renunciation' or 'abnegation', which have similar meanings of rejection or denial.