Abjure and Adhere

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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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Adhere is an antonym for abjure.

Nearby Words: abjuration, abjuring

Adhere verb - To hold to something firmly as if by adhesion.

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Abjure is an antonym for adhere.

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