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    Renoncer (en. Give up)

    /ʁə.nɔ̃.se/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To voluntarily give up a claim or desire.
    He decided to renounce his inheritance.
    Il a décidé de renoncer à son héritage.
    To withdraw from a decision or project.
    She gave up going on vacation this year.
    Elle a renoncé à partir en vacances cette année.
    To set aside an action or habit.
    He quit smoking for his health.
    Il a renoncé à fumer pour sa santé.
    To resist a temptation or pressure.
    They had to give up their dreams for financial reasons.
    Ils ont dû renoncer à leurs rêves pour des raisons financières.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'renuntiare', meaning 'to announce, to reject'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to renounce one's rights
    To abandon one's legal rights or claims.
    renoncer à ses droits
    to give up a career
    To leave a profession or a professional path.
    renoncer à une carrière
    to withdraw an application
    To withdraw from a previously made application.
    renoncer à une demande

    Related Words

    abandonment
    Action of leaving something behind.
    abandon
    withdrawal
    Act of withdrawing from a promise or commitment.
    désistement
    resignation
    Action of renouncing a position or role.
    démission

    Slang Meanings

    Let it go
    After many attempts, he decided to let it go.
    Après de nombreuses tentatives, il a décidé de lacher l'affaire.
    Throw in the towel
    After trying several times, she threw in the towel.
    Après avoir essayé plusieurs fois, elle a jeté l'éponge.