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Wordabulary

repudiate

Pronunciation
Verb B1 Intermediate

Quick answer

To formally reject or refuse to accept something, such as an idea, agreement, or claim.

"The senator quickly repudiated the extreme statement made by a member of his own party."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

reject renounce

Antonyms

endorse embrace

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "The senator quickly _____ the extreme statement made by a member of his own party."

Answer: repudiate

In your own words, what does "repudiate" mean?

To formally reject or refuse to accept something, such as an idea, agreement, or claim.

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