repudiate
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ri
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pu
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diate
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British pronunciation
/ɹɪpjˈuːdɪˌe‍ɪt/

Definition & Meaning of "repudiate"in English

to repudiate
01

to reject something or someone

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She repudiated her former beliefs after years of reflection.
The monarch repudiated the alliance with the neighboring kingdom.
02

to refuse to acknowledge or accept as valid

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The government repudiated the treaty signed by its predecessor.
The city council repudiated the zoning amendment.
03

to dismiss or reject something as false

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The company repudiated the claims that their products were unsafe, presenting evidence to the contrary.
Despite the circulating rumors, he was quick to repudiate any allegations of wrongdoing.
04

to refuse or fail to pay a debt, obligation, or financial claim

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The country repudiated its national debt.
He repudiated the loan, citing unfair terms.
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