Definition

To formally give up or reject a belief, claim, or cause, often under oath.

Example

He decided to abjure his previous beliefs in favor of a new philosophy.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I heard you had to abjure your old habits to get fit.

Yeah, it was tough but worth it in the end.

Do you think you could ever abjure sweets completely?

I doubt it! Life is too short to give up chocolate.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Abjure is formed from "ab-" (meaning away from) and "jurare" (meaning to swear). The word describes the act of swearing away or renouncing a belief or claim.

Memory Tip

Think of 'swearing away' from something — 'ab-' means away from, and 'jurare' means to swear.

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