repudiate
/ɹəˈpjuː.di.eɪt/
Group 9Difficulty 2/3
Definition
- (verb)
- To refuse to accept or be associated with; to deny the truth of GRE
Example in Context
The party leadership moved swiftly to repudiate the controversial remarks, though critics said the disavowal came too late.
Synonyms
rejectdenydisown
Etymology
To cast off or refuse association, emphasizing denial and rejection.
- repudiare (Latin) — to cast off
Memory Aid
❌Sounds like “re-pudiate”
I RE-PUDIATE any idea that involves eating broccoli — NO WAY!
Visual Association
🙅♂️A person dramatically waving their hands in refusal at a plate of broccoli, clearly rejecting it.
Semantic Clusters
Synonym Groups
Frequently Asked Questions
What does “repudiate” mean on the GRE?
repudiate (verb) means “To refuse to accept or be associated with; to deny the truth of”. The party leadership moved swiftly to repudiate the controversial remarks, though critics said the disavowal came too late.
How to remember “repudiate” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “repudiate” sounds like “re-pudiate”. I RE-PUDIATE any idea that involves eating broccoli — NO WAY!
What are synonyms for “repudiate”?
Common synonyms: reject, deny, disown.