abjuratory

/æbdʒɜːrˈɔtɔrɪ/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or given as an abjuration; renunciatory

“The abjuratory oath was sworn by the entire council in unison.”

2. noun

a declaration of abjuration; a formal renunciation

“The court accepted the abjuratory statement as evidence of her innocence.”

3. adjective

expressing or containing a formal renunciation or abjuration

“The abjuratory language used in the medieval texts was a stark contrast to modern literature.”

Synonyms

  • disclaiming
  • renunciatory
  • repudiating

Antonyms

  • affirmative
  • assertive