Recantation: meaning, definitions and examples
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recantation
[ ˌriːˌkænˈteɪʃən ]
legal
The act of taking back a previous statement or belief, especially in a legal context.
Synonyms
repudiation, retraction, reversal
Examples of usage
- He made a recantation of his confession during the trial.
- The recantation of the witness's testimony changed the course of the trial.
religious
The formal retraction of a heretical statement or belief.
Synonyms
renunciation, repudiation, retraction
Examples of usage
- The recantation of his heretical views was necessary for him to remain in good standing with the church.
- She was asked to sign a recantation of her controversial teachings.
Translations
Translations of the word "recantation" in other languages:
🇵🇹 retração
🇮🇳 स्वीकारोक्ति वापसी
🇩🇪 Widerruf
🇮🇩 pencabutan
🇺🇦 відречення
🇵🇱 odwołanie
🇯🇵 撤回 (てっかい)
🇫🇷 rétractation
🇪🇸 retractación
🇹🇷 geri çekme
🇰🇷 철회 (철회)
🇸🇦 تراجع
🇨🇿 odvolání
🇸🇰 odvolanie
🇨🇳 撤回 (chèhuí)
🇸🇮 umaknitev
🇮🇸 afturköllun
🇰🇿 бас тарту
🇬🇪 უარის თქმა
🇦🇿 imtina
🇲🇽 retractación
Word origin
The word 'recantation' originated from the Latin word 'recantare', meaning 'to recall or revoke'. It has been used in various contexts throughout history, including legal proceedings and religious doctrines. The act of recanting has often been a significant and sometimes controversial decision, with implications for individuals' lives and beliefs.