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Word: disclaim

Definition: disown; renounce claim to; deny; CF. disclaimer


Sentences Containing 'disclaim'

Elizabeth had scarcely time to disclaim all right to the compliment, before their approach was announced by the door bell, and shortly afterwards the three gentlemen entered the room.
Do you disclaim this principle, in order to embrace a more rational opinion, that the perceptions are only representations of something external?

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::: relent - become less severe; give in(surrender); ADJ. relentless: unyielding; continuously severe
::: credential - evidence concerning one's authority; written proof of a person's position; Ex. The new ambassador presented his credentials to the court.
::: modulate - tone down in intensity; change the intensity or tone of; regulate; change from one musical key to another; Ex. modulate from E to G
::: musky - having the odor of musk; N. musk: odorous substance secreted by an Asian deer
::: obese - excessively fat; N. obesity
::: ballast - heavy substance used to add stability or weight; V. supply with ballast
::: recrimination - countercharges; V. recriminate
::: natal - connected with birth; CF. prenatal; CF. postnatal
::: acquiesce - assent; agree passively; comply without protest
::: grievance - cause of complaint; complaint