
Forsake
Deep Betrayal
Forsaking someone often implies a deep sense of betrayal, especially if there's a strong relationship.

When he forsook his family, they felt deeply hurt and betrayed.
Strong Commitment
It's usually used for abandoning serious commitments or responsibilities, not trivial ones.

The captain wouldn't forsake his crew, even in the face of danger.
Negative Emotion
The word carries a heavy emotional weight, suggesting sadness and somberness.

Spectators were shocked when the athlete forsook the match for unknown reasons.
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AbandonDesertDisownGive upLeaveNeglectRelinquishRenounce
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