Defection
Defection noun - Withdrawing support or help despite allegiance or responsibility.
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Skepticism and defection are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Skepticism" instead a noun "Defection".
Skepticism
Skepticism noun - A feeling or attitude that one does not know the truth, truthfulness, or trustworthiness of someone or something.
Defection and skepticism are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Defection" instead a noun "Skepticism".
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