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disavowal

/dɪˈsævəwəl/ noun · British & US
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What does disavowal mean?

noun

The act of formally and publicly denying or renouncing something, especially a past action or association. A statement or declaration of disapproval or rejection.

Example

"The politician's disavowal of the scandal was met with skepticism by the media."

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