APOSTATIZE Meaning and
Definition
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To apostatize means to renounce or abandon one's religious or political beliefs or principles, particularly those that were once professed or adopted. It refers to the act of formally or publicly rejecting a previously established faith, doctrine, or ideology. Apostatizing involves a conscious and deliberate decision to disown or forsake the beliefs, values, or practices that were held as fundamental or integral to one's identity.
The term is often associated with religious contexts, where an individual withdraws or turns away from the religious faith they previously adhered to, becoming an apostate. It implies a complete departure from the belief system, involving a loss of faith and a refusal to accept or continue to conform to its teachings or rituals. Apostatizing may be driven by various factors, including disillusionment, disagreement with key tenets, an intellectual shift, or a desire for independence.
Beyond religious domains, apostatize can also be used more broadly to describe the act of abandoning political or ideological affiliations. It suggests a conscious act of turning away from former political views or principles, often resulting in a change of political party or allegiance. In such cases, apostatizing involves a rejection of the previous beliefs or policies and a decision to embrace a different ideology or political movement.
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Etymology of APOSTATIZE
The word "apostatize" has its roots in Latin and Ancient Greek.
The term comes from the Latin word "apostatare", which means "to revolt" or "to desert". This Latin word, in turn, is derived from the Ancient Greek word "apostasis" (ἀποστασία), which also means "revolt" or "defection".
In English, "apostatize" first appeared in the 17th century, borrowing directly from the Latin and Greek roots. It refers to the act of formally renouncing or abandoning one's religious or political beliefs, principles, or faith.
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Conjugate verb Apostatize
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