Abjure and Admit

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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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Admit is an antonym for abjure.

Nearby Words: abjuration, abjuring

Admit verb - To accept the truth or existence of (something) usually reluctantly.

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Abjure is an antonym for admit.

faith	abjure faith	admit faith
relationship	abjure relationship	admit relationship

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