disavouch

/dɪsˈævəʊtʃ/

Definitions

1. verb

to formally deny or disclaim a statement, fact, or responsibility, often in a public or official manner.

“The politician was forced to disavouch the scandal after it was exposed in the press.”

2. noun

an act of formally denying or disclaiming a statement, fact, or responsibility.

“The disavouch of the company’s involvement in the scandal had a negative impact on their reputation.”

Synonyms

  • renounce
  • repudiate

Antonyms

  • affirm
  • endorse