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Repudiating: meaning, definitions and examples

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repudiating

 

[ rɪˈpjuːdiˌeɪt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

legal decision

Repudiating refers to the act of rejecting or disavowing a particular claim, belief, or contract. In a legal context, it often pertains to refusing to acknowledge an agreement or the obligations that arise from it. This concept can be significant in contract law, where one party may repudiate a contract to avoid certain responsibilities or liabilities. The act of repudiation can lead to legal disputes and consequences, as the other party may seek remedy for the breach.

Synonyms

abandon, disavow, dissociate, reject, renounce

Examples of usage

  • She repudiated the contract after discovering the hidden fees.
  • The company is considering repudiating the agreement due to non-compliance.
  • His actions were seen as repudiating the longstanding policies of the organization.

Translations

Translations of the word "repudiating" in other languages:

🇵🇹 repudiando

🇮🇳 अस्वीकृति

🇩🇪 Ablehnung

🇮🇩 menolak

🇺🇦 відмова

🇵🇱 odrzucenie

🇯🇵 拒否する

🇫🇷 répudiation

🇪🇸 repudio

🇹🇷 reddetme

🇰🇷 거부

🇸🇦 رفض

🇨🇿 odmítnutí

🇸🇰 odmietanie

🇨🇳 拒绝

🇸🇮 zavrnitev

🇮🇸 synja

🇰🇿 жерден шығару

🇬🇪 გადაწყვეტილება

🇦🇿 rədd etmə

🇲🇽 repudio

Word origin

The term 'repudiate' traces its origins back to the Latin word 'repudiare', which means 'to cast off' or 'to reject'. The Latin root is based on 'pudere', which means 'to be ashamed'. It entered the English language in the early 17th century, originally used in a more formal context to describe the rejection of marital obligations. Over time, its usage evolved to include broader contexts, particularly in legal and personal relationships. The notion of repudiation carries a significant weight, as it suggests a formal and often public rejection of something previously accepted, reflecting not just a change in opinion but also a desire to sever ties with the rejected belief or contract.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,743, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.