- Today's Word
Repudiate
rih-PYOO-dee-ate
Definition
(verb) To reject, deny, or disown something, especially publicly or formally.
Example
She publicly repudiated the rumors that had been circulating online.
Fun Fact
Repudiate has a sharp tone, often used in legal, political, and personal crises—from leaders distancing themselves from policies to celebrities denying rumors. It carries more weight than “disagree” or “criticize”—it’s a total severance. The word originally referred to rejecting a spouse or family member in Roman law. Today, it’s often about drawing a hard line and making sure people know where you stand.
(adjective) Health-giving; promoting well-being.
The mountain air was so salubrious that even a short stay left them feeling refreshed and energized.
From Latin salubris, meaning “healthful,” related to salus, or “health.”