Definitions

1. verb

to renounce or deny something, especially an oath, promise, or allegiance.

“After the scandal, he forswore any involvement.”

2. verb (archaic or poetic)

to deny or repudiate something.

“She forswore the love of her youth, choosing a life of solitude instead.”

3. noun

a person who has renounced or denied something.

“The forsworn knight was banished from the kingdom.”