disclaim
UK: dɪsˈkleɪm | US: dɪsˈkleɪm
vt. to deny or renounce any connection with or responsibility for
vt. to formally give up a legal claim or right
vt. to reject the validity or authority of something
The word "disclaim" originates from Middle English disclamen, derived from Old French desclamer, combining the prefix dis- (indicating reversal or negation) and clamer (meaning "to call or claim"). The Latin roots are dis- (expressing separation) and clamare (to shout or proclaim). Over time, "disclaim" evolved to signify rejecting or denying a claim, reflecting its literal sense of "calling away" from an assertion.
The company issued a statement to disclaim any involvement in the scandal.
He had to disclaim his inheritance due to legal complications.
The author added a disclaimer to disclaim responsibility for readers' interpretations.
Politicians often disclaim knowledge of controversial decisions.
The software license requires users to disclaim warranties before installation.