Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

disaffirm

verb
/ˌdɪs.əˈfɜːrm/
Definition
To declare that something is not valid or to deny the truth of something.
Examples
  • She decided to disaffirm her earlier statement about the event.
  • The contract was disaffirmed due to misrepresentation.
  • He chose to disaffirm the agreement after reviewing the terms.
Meaning
Disaffirm means to reject or take back a previously made agreement or assertion.
Synonyms
  • revoke
  • contradict
  • deny
  • repudiate