Repudiate – Refuse to accept

(Pronounced ri-pyoo-dee-eyt)

To remember the definition of the word repudiate, use the following mnemonic:

The reputation of the radiator (repudiate) company was at risk after many customers returned their goods. The owners denied the claims and all responsibility.

Examples of repudiate in a sentence

I will repudiate any claims made against me.

The chancellor decided to repudiate blame for the town's issues during his term.

He used to be a drunk but decided to repudiate all addictive substances in order to recover.