Abnegate and Avow

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Abnegate

Abnegate verb - To solemnly or formally reject or go back on (as something formerly adhered to).
Usage example: felt that if the Congress adopted these security measures, it would be abnegating the nation's fundamental commitment to individual rights
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Avow is an antonym for abnegate.
Nearby Words: abnegation, abnegating

Avow

Avow verb - To state as a fact usually forcefully.
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Abnegate is an antonym for avow.
Nearby Words: avowal, avowedly, avowing
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