Renunciation — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ri-ˌnən(t)-sē-ˈā-shən/ re·nun·ci·a·tion

Meaning & Definition of Renunciation

Renunciation (noun)

  1. the act or practice of renouncing, repudiation; specifically, ascetic self-denial

Renunciation (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. the act or practice of giving up or rejecting something once enjoyed or desired

    "his sudden renunciation of his smoking habit pleased his whole family"

    similar: abnegation, renouncement, repudiation, self-denial
    related: denial, refusal, relinquishment, resignation, surrender, self-abnegation, self-renunciation
    opposite: indulgence, self-indulgence
    near: acceptance, adoption, embrace, embracement, espousal

Related Entry: Self-renunciation (noun)

Self-renunciation is a different word from Renunciation. The synonyms below are for self-renunciation, not for renunciation.

  1. as in self-abnegation

    similar: self-abnegation, relinquishment, resignation, surrender, denial, refusal, abnegation, renouncement, renunciation, repudiation, self-denial
    opposite: indulgence, self-indulgence, acceptance, adoption, embrace, embracement, espousal

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Renunciation

The most common words with a similar meaning to Renunciation:

abnegation, renouncement, repudiation, self-denial

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Renunciation

Words with the opposite meaning of Renunciation:

indulgence, self-indulgence

Related Words for Renunciation

denial, refusal, relinquishment, resignation, surrender, self-abnegation, self-renunciation

Near Antonyms of Renunciation

acceptance, adoption, embrace, embracement, espousal

Word Forms of Renunciation

Derived words: renunciative (adjective), renunciatory (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Renunciation

Middle English renunciacion, from Anglo-French, from Latin renuntiation-, renuntiatio, from renuntiare to renounce

First known use: 14th century

Words & Phrases Containing Renunciation

self-renunciation

Frequently Asked Questions about Renunciation

What does "Renunciation" mean?

"Renunciation" means the act or practice of renouncing, repudiation; specifically, ascetic self-denial. As a noun, it is defined as: the act or practice of renouncing, repudiation; specifically, ascetic self-denial.

What is another word for "Renunciation"?

Other words for "Renunciation" include abnegation, renouncement, repudiation and self-denial. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Renunciation" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Renunciation"?

There are 11 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Renunciation". Common alternatives include abnegation, renouncement, repudiation and self-denial.

What is the opposite of "Renunciation"?

Antonyms of "Renunciation" include indulgence and self-indulgence. Near antonyms include acceptance, adoption, embrace and embracement.

How do you use "Renunciation" in a sentence?

Examples of "Renunciation" in a sentence: "his sudden renunciation of his smoking habit pleased his whole family".

Is "Renunciation" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Renunciation" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Renunciation"?

"Renunciation" is pronounced /ri-ˌnən(t)-sē-ˈā-shən/ and divided into syllables as re·nun·ci·a·tion.

What is the origin of the word "Renunciation"?

"Renunciation" comes from Middle English renunciacion, from Anglo-French, from Latin renuntiation-, renuntiatio, from renuntiare to renounce. First known use: 14th century.