Renunciation

Pronunciation: /rɪˌnʌnsiˈeɪʃən/

Definitions of renunciation

noun the act of rejecting or disowning something

Example Sentences

A1 She made a renunciation of her claim to the inheritance.

A2 The renunciation of his former lifestyle led to a happier existence.

B1 The renunciation of all worldly possessions is a common practice among monks.

B2 His renunciation of his political career shocked many of his supporters.

C1 The renunciation of violence as a means of achieving political goals is essential for lasting peace.

C2 Her renunciation of her title as queen was seen as a bold move towards democracy.

Examples of renunciation in a Sentence

formal The renunciation of his inheritance shocked his family.

informal She made a renunciation of her claim to the property.

slang He did a renunciation of his responsibilities and left town.

figurative The renunciation of her past mistakes allowed her to move forward with a clear conscience.

Grammatical Forms of renunciation

• past tense: renounced
• plural: renunciations
• comparative: more renounced
• superlative: most renounced
• present tense: renounces
• future tense: will renounce
• perfect tense: has renounced
• continuous tense: is renouncing
• singular: renunciation
• positive degree: renunciation
• infinitive: to renounce
• gerund: renouncing
• participle: renouncing

Origin and Evolution of renunciation

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'renunciation' originated from the Latin word 'renuntiatio', which means 'to announce' or 'to disown'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'renunciation' has evolved to signify the act of giving up or relinquishing something, particularly one's rights, beliefs, or possessions.