desistência
[dɛ.zis.ˈtẽ.sjɐ]
nounfemininepl: desistências
withdrawal, renunciation, abandonment
1. The act of ceasing to pursue or maintain something; giving up or abandoning a course of action, claim, or pursuit
His withdrawal from the competition surprised everyone.
Sua desistência da competição surpreendeu a todos.
2. In legal contexts, the formal renunciation of a right, claim, or legal action
The plaintiff's renunciation of the lawsuit was unexpected.
A desistência da ação judicial pela parte autora foi inesperada.
3. The act of quitting or giving up on an objective or goal
His abandonment of his dreams disappointed his family.
Sua desistência dos seus sonhos decepcionou sua família.
NYC Slang
giving up, dropping out, bowing out
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