Apostasy
/əˈpɒstəsi/
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- (n.) The formal renunciation or abandonment of a religious or political belief or allegiance, often carrying legal or social consequences.
The accused was charged with apostasy under the country’s religious laws.
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Often involves legal penalties in jurisdictions where religious laws are enforced; drafting should carefully specify the scope of beliefs or allegiances covered.
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