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recant

/ɹəˈkænt/

verb

Meaning

  • To withdraw or repudiate a statement or opinion formerly expressed, especially formally and publicly.

    "Convince me that I am wrong, and I will recant."

Synonyms

abjure,
disavow,
disown,
recall,
retract,
revoke,
take back,
unsay,
withcall