How to Pronounce Abjure

To pronounce "abjure", say ABJ-ur-e — 3 syllables, IPA /æbˈdʒʊɹ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

6

Letters

/æbˈdʒʊɹ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “abjure”

"abjure" has 3 syllables: abj-ur-e.

What does abjure mean?

verb

  1. To renounce upon oath; to forswear; to disavow.

    “To abjure allegiance to a prince.”

  2. To cause one to renounce or recant.

Synonyms

avoidshundisclaimrepudiatedisavowforswearrenounce

Related words

forswearrecantretractrenounceabandonforeswearforgorelinquish

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "abjure"?▾

"Abjure" has 3 syllables: abj · ur · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "abjure"?▾

The IPA transcription of "abjure" is /æbˈdʒʊɹ/.

What does "abjure" mean?▾

Abjure: To renounce upon oath; to forswear; to disavow.

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