renouncement

/rɪˈnaʊnsmənt/
noun
  1. The act of formally giving up or rejecting something, such as a belief, right, or claim.
    • The treaty required the renouncement of all territorial claims.
    • His renouncement of the family business surprised everyone.
    • Her renouncement of her former lifestyle was a turning point in her life.
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