1. the rejection or refusal to acknowledge something as valid or true
2. the refusal to fulfill or discharge a debt, contract, or obligation
Usage: legal; financial

Examples

• The senator’s repudiation of his earlier statements surprised many voters.
• Her repudiation of the family’s values caused a permanent rift.
• The company’s repudiation of the contract led to a lengthy lawsuit.
• His repudiation of violence marked a turning point in his political career.
• The government’s repudiation of the debt caused international concern.
• The artist’s repudiation of commercial success was seen as admirable by critics.