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Apostasy
01
the act of abandoning a religious or political belief that one used to hold
02
the act of abandoning a party for cause
Example
The religious leader's apostasy led to a re-evaluation of his previous teachings and influence.
The historical figure’s apostasy was pivotal in shaping the political landscape of the time.
His public declaration of atheism was viewed as an act of apostasy by his deeply religious family.
The debate over apostasy often centers on issues of freedom and the right to change one's beliefs.
The novel’s protagonist struggled with the consequences of his apostasy, navigating both personal and social repercussions.