verb (past tense and past participle of 'renounce') as in strong fondness

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repudiate, recant

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Example:He repudiated his previous statements after more evidence emerged.

Definition:to reject or disown something that one has previously accepted or endorsed, often formally or publicly.

From repudiate

Example:The politician had to recant his previousstance after facing criticism from his constituents.

Definition:to publicly withdraw or disavow a previously expressed belief or statement, typically under pressure or after reconsideration.

From recant