Disavow

usgb/ˌdɪsəˈvaʊ/
verb

To say that you are not responsible for something or reject any connection with it.

He disavowed any knowledge of the illegal transactions.
Visual representation of "disavow" - To say that you are not responsible for something or reject any connection with it

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  • disavow any connection
  • disavow any knowledge

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Formal

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Public Denial

Used when publicly denying involvement or knowledge in a situation.

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The CEO disavowed having prior information about the cyber breach.
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Strong Rejection

Implies a firm and decisive rejection to distance oneself from an issue.

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During the trial, she disavowed any association with the suspect.
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Avoiding Blame

Often used to avoid blame or deny responsibility for an action.

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The official disavowed the mistakes made in the report.
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