Renunciatory: meaning, definitions and examples

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renunciatory

 

[ rɪˈnʌnʃɪtɔːri ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

legal terms

Renunciatory refers to an act of relinquishing or giving up a right, claim, or privilege. This term is often used in legal contexts where an individual or party formally renounces their interests or entitlements. It can also imply a rejection or disavowal of certain responsibilities or obligations.

Synonyms

abandoning, forgoing, relinquishing, waiving.

Examples of usage

  • The renunciatory clause in the contract was clear.
  • Her renunciatory statement left the court no choice.
  • In a renunciatory action, he forfeited his claims.
  • The agreement included several renunciatory provisions.

Translations

Translations of the word "renunciatory" in other languages:

🇵🇹 renunciatório

🇮🇳 त्यागात्मक

🇩🇪 renunziatorisch

🇮🇩 penyerahan

🇺🇦 відмовний

🇵🇱 renuncjacyjny

🇯🇵 辞退的な

🇫🇷 renonciatoire

🇪🇸 renunciatorio

🇹🇷 feragat eden

🇰🇷 포기하는

🇸🇦 تنازلي

🇨🇿 renunciační

🇸🇰 renunciačný

🇨🇳 放弃的

🇸🇮 odpovedni

🇮🇸 afsagnarský

🇰🇿 бас тартатын

🇬🇪 უარაგვადმყოფელი

🇦🇿 imtiyazlı

🇲🇽 renunciatorio

Etymology

The term 'renunciatory' is derived from the Latin word 'renuntiare', which means 'to announce, declare, or report', and is compounded with the suffix '-ory', indicating related to or characterized by. The legal connotation evolved as various legal systems incorporated the concept of renunciation, particularly in matters of property rights and claims. The word has been utilized in legal jargon since the 18th century, reflecting its importance in formal declarations of intent and the relinquishment of rights. Usage in everyday language is less common, but it remains significant in legal documentation and discussions regarding rights transfer and disclaimers.