Definitions

1. verb

to declare or state that something is false or untrue, often in order to avoid responsibility or consequences

“The politician disavowed any involvement in the scandal.”

2. verb

to refuse to acknowledge or accept something, often in order to distance oneself from it

“The company disavowed any connection to the former CEO’s business dealings.”

3. noun

an act of disavowing or declaring something to be false or untrue

“The politician’s disavowal of the scandal was met with skepticism by the public.”