1. to formally give up or reject a claim, right, or possession
2. to refuse to follow, obey, or recognize any longer

Examples

• The prince renounced his claim to the throne.
• She decided to renounce her citizenship and move abroad.
• He renounced violence as a means of solving problems.
• The monk renounced all worldly possessions.
• They renounced their former beliefs after the scandal.
• The company renounced its previous policy on remote work.
• She renounced her inheritance to prove her independence.