verb as in strong fondness

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renounce, renounce pleasures

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Example:He renounced his religious faith and embraced atheism after a series of personal revelations.

Definition:declare formally and explicitly that one will no longer follow, support, or use; to give up or surrender without hope of return

From renounce

Example:After years of indulgence, he decided to renounce his pleasures and lead a simpler life.

Definition:to give up or deny oneself some pleasure or enjoyment

From renounce pleasures