Abjurement

/æbˈdʒʊrmənt/ noun

Definition

The act or process of abjuring; a solemn renunciation or rejection of something sworn or claimed.

Etymology

From 'abjure' with the suffix '-ment' (the act or result of), following English patterns like 'arrangement' or 'agreement.' It emphasizes the action itself.

Kelly Says

While 'abjuration' is the standard term, 'abjurement' is a rarer variant that emphasizes the emotional weight of the act—it's what happens when someone formally gives up their identity or beliefs.

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