Abjure and Accept

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Abjure verb - To solemnly or formally reject or go back on (as something formerly adhered to).

Usage example: abjured some long-held beliefs when she converted to another religion

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Accept is an antonym for abjure.

Nearby Words: abjuration, abjuring

Accept verb - To take to or upon oneself.

Usage example: accepted the responsibility of sending out the invitations

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Abjure is an antonym for accept.

abjure relationship

accept relationship

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