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apostasy

/əˈpɒstəsi/ noun · British & US
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What does apostasy mean?

noun

The act of rejecting or abandoning a religious faith or principle. A complete and intentional abandonment of one's faith or principles.

Example

"The politician's apostasy from her party's platform was a major scandal."

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