verb (third-person singular simple present of bear) as in strong fondness

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abandon, reject

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Example Sentences

Example:She insisted on bearing her responsibilities, never abandoning the cause.

Definition:To give up or stoplooking after or supporting someone or something. The opposite of 'bear' in the sense of supporting someone or something.

From abandon

Example:When faced with criticism, he bore it all, rejecting any idea of backing down.

Definition:To refuse to accept or use something or someone; to disapprove of or refuse to take into consideration. This is the opposite in the context of holding on to or sustaining something.

From reject