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RECANT

(verb)

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There is 1 meaning of the word Recant.

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Recant - as a verb

Formally reject or disavow a formerly held belief, usually under pressure

Example: "He retracted his earlier statements about his religion"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
abjure15forswear14resile6retract9

Example Sentences

"He was pressured to recant his earlier statement."
"After further investigation, the witness decided to recant her testimony."
"The politician refused to recant his controversial remarks."
"She was afraid of the consequences if she recanted her confession."
"The defendant's attorney advised him not to recant his alibi."
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Word Game Points

Is RECANT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, recant is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

RECANT has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is RECANT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, recant is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
RECANT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is RECANT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, recant is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
RECANT has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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