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forswear Definition and Meaning in English (forswear definition)

verb
Synonyms:renounceabjurerepudiate
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Forswear definition: To formally and solemnly renounce or reject something, often by an oath or a firm resolution.

Definitions of Forswear

  1. 1verb

    To formally and solemnly renounce or reject something, often by an oath or a firm resolution.

  2. 2verb

    To make a false oath or to commit perjury, especially in a legal context.

Example Sentences

“He decided to forswear his old habits and start a new life.”

“The witness was warned not to forswear himself in court.”

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past tenseforswore
past participleforsworn
present participleforswearing

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Forswear definition: To formally and solemnly renounce or reject something, often by an oath or a firm resolution.
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'Forswear' translates to 'forswear' in English. Forswear definition: To formally and solemnly renounce or reject something, often by an oath or a firm resolution.
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