Spell Bee Word: renounce

Basic Details

Word: Renounce

Part of Speech: Verb

Meaning: To officially give up or reject something, like a claim, belief, or right.

Synonyms: Abandon, disown, reject, forsake

Antonyms: Accept, uphold, acknowledge, support

Idioms and Phrases

1. Renounce the throne: To give up a position of power or leadership. Example: "The young prince chose to renounce the throne to live a simpler life."
2. Renounce the past: To move on from previous experiences or mistakes. Example: "She decided to renounce the past and focus on her future goals."

Usage Examples

Example 1: He chose to renounce his title and pursue a life of art instead.

Example 2: After much thought, she decided to renounce her membership in the club.

Example 3: The activist wanted to renounce violence and promote peaceful methods of change.

Fun Fact

The word "renounce" comes from the Latin word "renuntiare," which means "to announce back" or "to make known again," as in formally rejecting something.

Famous Quote

"The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others." - Mahatma Gandhi. (This quote highlights the renunciation of self-interest for a greater cause.)

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "renounce" mean?

a) To keep something
b) To officially reject something
c) To create something
d) To share something

Answer: b) To officially reject something

2. Which of these is a synonym of "renounce"?

a) Accept
b) Disown
c) Agree
d) Welcome

Answer: b) Disown

3. Which word is an antonym of "renounce"?

a) Reject
b) Forsake
c) Support
d) Discard

Answer: c) Support

4. Which sentence uses "renounce" correctly?

a) He will renounce his homework tomorrow.
b) She decided to renounce her claim to the prize.
c) They will renounce the dog in the park.
d) We renounce at the cinema tonight.

Answer: b) She decided to renounce her claim to the prize.

5. What does "renounce the past" mean?

a) To forget about previous mistakes
b) To hold on to past experiences
c) To celebrate past achievements
d) To write about past events

Answer: a) To forget about previous mistakes