Apostasy Definition & Meaning

apostasy
noun
  1. the state of having rejected your religious beliefs or your political party or a cause (often in favor of opposing beliefs or causes)
  2. the act of abandoning a party for cause

"Apostasy" in song lyrics

See how apostasy is used in real songs:

  • "fukuyama s apostasy"
    AOL — AOL
  • "lent and apostasy"
    AOL — AOL
  • "gift of tongues and apostasy"
    AOL — AOL

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